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Social Security Projected to Increase 2.5% for 2026

7/13/2025

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Social Security provides vital support to retirees and disabled individuals through the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).
The Social Security Administration determines COLA based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers.
Projections indicate a 2.5% COLA increase for 2026, consistent with 2025's adjustment.
Current payments stand at $1,976 for individual retirees and $967 for SSI recipients, with minor increases anticipated.

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Story summary

Social Security provides vital support to retirees and disabled individuals through the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).
The Social Security Administration determines COLA based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers.
Projections indicate a 2.5% COLA increase for 2026, consistent with 2025's adjustment.
Current payments stand at $1,976 for individual retirees and $967 for SSI recipients, with minor increases anticipated.