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Social Security Benefits Increase for 2026

By John Waggoner2025-12-01
Social Security Benefits Increase for 2026

The Social Security Administration announced a significant Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026.

What is the Increase?

Beneficiaries will see a 3.2% increase in their checks starting in January.

Medicare Premiums

Part B premiums are also rising, which may offset some of the gains for many retirees.