The purpose of the COLA is to ensure that the purchasing power of Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits is not eroded by inflation. It is based on the …

Nov 29, 2025 · Social Security's much-anticipated 2026 COLA was announced on Oct. 24, which revealed a 2.8% raise for beneficiaries in the upcoming year. President Donald Trump's tariff …

3 days ago · The Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) has been finalized for 2026. In an announcement on Oct. 24, the Social Security Administration (SSA) told retirees and other …

The Social Security Administration announced a 2.8% COLA for 2026. Find out how much your monthly benefits will increase and which states will see the biggest boost.

5 days ago · Social Security rules have some changes in store for 2026, such as tax rules and cost-of-living adjustments. Here's what retirees need to know.

2 days ago · 2026 COLA increase going into effect December 31, 2025 brings 2.8% higher payments to veterans, retirees, and SSA disability beneficiaries.

Oct 24, 2025 · The average Social Security payment is set to rise by about $56 per month in January 2026, thanks to the federal government’s 2.8% annual cost-of-living adjustment …

Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA): Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of 2024 through the third quarter of 2025, Social Security beneficiaries …

Aug 12, 2025 · Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment is estimated at 2.7%, but seniors are still behind as prices of what they use most rise even faster.

Jan 15, 2025 · To compensate for the effects of inflation, Social Security recipients usually receive an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). According to parameters outlined in the Social …