Social Security recipients see 2.8% increase in benefits this year

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Social Security recipients are seeing a 2.8 % increase in their benefits for 2026, thanks to the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announced by the Social Security Administration. This raise helps benefits keep pace with inflation and means the average retired worker will get roughly $56 more per month starting in January. The boost applies to millions of retirees, disabled individuals, and SSI recipients across the U.S., with increases beginning in January 2026 (and some SSI increases kicking in at the end of December 2025). This change affects tens of millions of Americans counting on Social Security income.

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