Social Security beneficiaries may see a slightly higher increase in their monthly checks in 2026, thanks to a new Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) projection.

The average retired worker benefit in May 2025 hit $2,002.39, according to the Social Security Administration.

Social Security recipients’ monthly checks could be higher than originally thought next year with the cost-of-living ...

An analysis of inflation data suggests that the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for ...

A new analysis by The Senior Citizens League found the Social Security COLA for 2026 could be 2.5%, higher than previously ...

Social Security COLA forecasts suggest a smaller benefit increase than 2025. Here's what experts are predicting for next year ...

Social Security is around 90 years old. And for many decades, the program has been instrumental in helping older Americans ...

The third round of Social Security Disability Insurance payments for June is due in a couple of days. We'll tell you when to expect yours and give you the full payment schedule for the rest of the ...

On that note, the lastest 2026 COLA forecast comes with good news and bad news. The good news is the forecast trended higher, ...

The Senior Citizens League, a nonpartisan advocacy group, recently released a 2026 COLA projection based on the most recent ...

The latest projection for the 2026 COLA is 2.5%, enabling Social Security beneficiaries to see an increase in monthly payments.

Under President Trump, Social Security claims are surging as seniors rush to lock in benefits. But advocates warn that kids and working families could suffer from new policy threats.