
Social Security COLA Set at 2.8% for 2026
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.
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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.

The 2026 Social Security COLA is projected at 2.7%, but a forecasted 11% hike in Medicare Part B premiums could erase most of the increase for millions.