The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially announced the payment calendar for Social Security beneficiaries residing in New Jersey for the month of March 2026. This release comes amid an annual increase in social security payments due to an inflation adjustment, known as the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). The announcement serves to inform beneficiaries about the specific dates they can expect their payments to be deposited into their accounts, which are aligned with the birth dates of the recipients.

According to the SSA, beneficiaries whose birthdays fall between the 1st and the 10th will receive their payments on March 11, while those with birthdays from the 11th to the 20th will see their payments deposited on March 18. This structured payment schedule is designed to manage payment processing while also accommodating the varying needs of beneficiaries based on their dates of birth. The adjustment of 2.8% indicates that the federal government is taking steps to keep pace with inflation, ensuring that beneficiaries maintain their purchasing power in times of rising costs.

This information will allow beneficiaries in New Jersey to plan their finances better as they will have a clearer understanding of when their payments will arrive. As cost-of-living adjustments are critical for many Americans reliant on Social Security income, the announcement highlights the SSA's role in supporting financial stability among aging citizens and individuals with disabilities across the state.