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.

Because January 1 is a federal holiday, SSI recipients will also get their January 2026 payment a day early—on December 31, 2025.

Social Security benefits will increase 2.8% in 2026, the Social Security Administration announced Friday. That will result in an average benefit increase for recipients of $56 a month. The increase ...

The Social Security Administration announced Friday that benefit payments will increase 2.8% next year to account for the higher cost of living. The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment, knowns as the COLA, ...

It seems the only constant in life is change. Let's take a look at why the 2026 COLA is both good and bad for Social Security ...