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 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits is not nearly enough to ensure all older adults age with economic well-being. -- Medicare premiums and deductibles are ...

Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8% increase in their monthly payments in 2026, the Social Security Administration announced Friday, reflecting ongoing inflationary pressures and marking the ...

Retirees are likely to see only a modest rise in Social Security benefits next year when the Social Security Administration (SSA) announces the 2026 cost-of-living (COLA) increase in the fall. The ...

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Ramsey Alwin, President and CEO of the National Council on Aging (NCOA), on today's announcement of the Social Security ...

Social Security retirees are on track for a cost-of-living adjustment next year. The amount of the COLA will be different than in 2025. While the COLA hasn't been announced yet, early projections ...