The actual number is months away, but for those who like to be prepared, there are at least two new projections for the 2027 Social Security COLA increase to choose from.

There's no way to know next year's COLA, but here's what we do know.

In 2026, Social Security will get a raise, but it might not seem like it. According to the Social Security Administration, the COLA for 2026 will increase by 2.8%. That seems reasonable on paper.

Almost a year ago, I wrote a CounterPunch article on how the social security cost of living increase was eroded by higher charges for Medicare coverage. That is again happening in 2026 as reported in ...

Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are designed to ensure Social Security benefits keep pace with inflation. While they may not always feel like enough, COLAs can help ease the sting ...

Social Security is meant to provide a dependable income source for retirees, yet the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) ...

Michigan beneficiaries will see a normal Social Security payment schedule for January 2026, with the first checks expected on Jan. 14. The 2026 cost-of-living increase will be applied. Social Security ...