2026 Social Security COLA Announced: 2.8% Raise for Retirees
The Social Security Administration has announced the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). After a short delay caused by the government shutdown, the final numbers are in.Starting with January 2026 benefits (paid in late December 2025), Social Security payments will increase by 2.8%. That’s about $56 more per month for average retirees and $88 more for couples. The raise is slightly above last […]
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