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 are struggling.

The 2026 Social Security COLA Was Just Announced. Here's the Good and Bad News for Retirees.

Typically, the Social Security COLA for the upcoming year is announced on Oct. 15, but due to the government shutdown, this ...

A 2.8% COLA and More: All of the Social Security Changes Happening in 2026

In 2025, Social Security beneficiaries received a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA. At the time, that raise was ...

The 2026 Social Security COLA Is Official -- Here's How Much More You'll Receive and Why Most Retirees Say It's Not Enough

As seniors face rising prices for shelter and medical services, their annual benefit boosts aren't keeping up.

2026 Social Security COLA is 2.8%: What You Need to Know

The SSA has announced the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), the new maximum taxable wage cap, and the earnings ...
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Date of Social Security COLA increase, when are higher payments received?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 2.8% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026, impacting over 70 ...
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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 ...