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Social Security COLA 2027: There’s a way to find out your exact benefits increase early

Nearly 72 million beneficiaries are set to receive a projected 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment in January 2027.

Published Oct 23, 2026, 10:54 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Social Security recipients are on track for a 3.6% increase in 2027. The cost of living adjustment (COLA) will equal an additional $75 a month for the average retired worker and an additional $59 a month for disability and survivor beneficiaries.