Social Security Benefits to Increase by 2.8% in 2026
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 2.8% increase in Social Security benefits, including Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, effective January 2026.
About 75 million Americans will receive this cost of living adjustment, with an average increase of $56 per month in Social Security retirement benefits.
Seniors and other Social Security recipients will see a modest increase in their benefits, starting in January 2026, with a 2.8% cost of living adjustment.
The increase applies to various benefits, including Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance, as well as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments.
Author's summary: Social Security benefits will increase by 2.8% in 2026.