Social Security benefits will rise 2.8% in 2026, but higher Medicare premiums may offset gains. Learn how to protect your ...

Starting in January 2026, the average monthly Social Security check for the U.S.’s 74.5 million Social Security recipients will be around $1,917, up 2.8% from 2025. That’s an increase of about $52 per ...

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

You don't work hard for decades out of boredom. You do it so you have enough money to enjoy retirement—whether you plan on traveling the world, hitting the beach, or just frequently enjoying the ...

With inflation continuing to increase, Social Security recipients will receive a slightly higher-than-expected raise. However ...

(CNN) — Social Security recipients will receive a 2.8% boost in their monthly benefits in 2026, the Social Security Administration announced Friday. However, many seniors say the annual adjustments ...

Social Security Benefits to Rise 2.8% in 2026, Affecting About 75 Million Americans. The Social Security Administration said on Oct. 24, 2025 that benefits for about 75 million Americans will rise by ...

The average person receiving Social Security retirement benefits will see an increase of about $56 per month next year. The Social Security Administration released its cost-of-living adjustment, or ...