Social Security benefits to increase by 2.8% next year

Social Security Benefits to Increase by 2.8% in 2026

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 2.8% increase in Social Security benefits for 2026, affecting 75 million Americans who receive Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments.

On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by about $56 per month starting in January 2026, providing a modest cost of living adjustment for seniors and other recipients.

The 2.8% cost of living increase will be applied to benefits as of January 2026.

Author's summary: Social Security benefits will increase by 2.8% in 2026.

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Rome Sentinel Rome Sentinel — 2025-10-24

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