Social Security COLA hike coming in 2026. Don’t expect it to feel like a raise

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...
Opinion

The 2026 Social Security COLA Announcement Made Me Wonder: Should Social Security Change How It Calculates the Increase?

After a delay due to the government shutdown that began on Oct. 1, Social Security announced its most anticipated change of the year: The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Beginning on Jan. 1, ...
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2026 Social Security COLA Predictions Have Increased: What This Means for Retirees

Retirees may see a 2.7% cost-of-living adjustment in 2026, but rising Medicare costs and inflation could end up shrinking ...
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What You Should Know About Social Security COLAs

The 2026 Social Security COLA is 2.8%, which reflects rising inflation. The average monthly payment will increase by $56. Seniors on Medicare will also see their Part B premiums rise, reducing the net ...
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7 big changes coming to Social Security in 2026 (one could shrink your check)

If you’re among the 74.5 million Americans receiving Social Security benefits — or planning to claim them soon — the wait is over: the SSA has announced official updates for 2026 following delays ...