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The Social Security Administration's 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 is viewed as insufficient by 77% of older Americans, who say it fails to cover rising costs.
Social Security recipients will see a 2.8% increase in their monthly benefits for 2026, an adjustment that many fear will not cover rising healthcare costs.
Initial forecasts for the 2025 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) suggest an increase between 2.6% and 3.2%, a smaller rise than in recent years.
A government shutdown has delayed the 2026 Social Security COLA announcement to Oct. 24. While payments will not be late, a projected rise in Medicare costs may reduce the net benefit.
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 is projected to be between 2.7% and 2.8%, but a government shutdown could delay the announcement.
The 2025 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is projected to be around 2.6%, a smaller increase than in recent years due to moderating inflation.
The 2026 Social Security COLA is projected to be around 2.7%, potentially raising average retirement benefits by $54. However, rising Medicare premiums may offset gains.
A preliminary forecast for the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is 2.7%, which would provide a modest increase for 72 million beneficiaries.
Social Security beneficiaries face a unique payment schedule in October 2025, with SSI recipients getting two payments. The SSA will also announce the 2026 COLA.
The 2026 Social Security COLA is projected at 2.7%, up from earlier forecasts. While this means a bigger check, it reflects rising inflation eroding retiree buying power.
Early projections for the 2026 Social Security COLA suggest a 2.7% increase, adding about $54 to the average check. However, rising Medicare premiums may cut this gain.
A key advocacy group projects a 2.7% Social Security COLA for 2026, which would raise the average monthly benefit by about $54 before healthcare deductions.
