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

As seniors face rising prices for shelter and medical services, their annual benefit boosts aren't keeping up.

After a delay due to the government shutdown that began on Oct. 1, Social Security announced its most anticipated change of the year: The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Beginning on Jan. 1, ...

Social Security benefits are eligible for a raise each year. It's important to recognize a big flaw in how cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated. Though a 2026 COLA should be announced ...

Social Security benefits are getting a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026. Many seniors feel that raise won't be enough. There are different steps you can take to boost your retirement ...

A TSCL study from 2025 shows 73% of older Americans rely on Social Security for more than half their income. About 29% depend entirely on Social Security benefits to get by. On average, a senior lives ...

New Social Security rules could mean you get more—or less—in each benefit check next year. Here’s how to calculate the amount ...

The new cost-of-living adjustment — or COLA — for 2026 is 2.8%, slightly above last year’s increase, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Social Security recipients received a 2.5% ...

See how much the average retiree receives from Social Security today and learn how the latest COLA increase could change monthly checks going forward.

WASHINGTON — Americans who receive social security benefits will soon know how much more they'll get on their checks next year. The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment will be announced on Friday, Oct. 24.