2026 Social Security COLA Estimate

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Social Security 2026 COLA estimated at 2.7%, but much of it will go to Medicare Part B

Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could rise 2.7%. But Medicare Part B premiums are set to rise even more, eating most of the COLA.

Money Digest on MSN · 1d

Social Security's COLA Estimate For 2026 Just Went Up Again

As retirees continue to worry about social services and federal programs that are on the chopping block, next year's COLA rates could be particularly important.

Austin American-Statesman on … · 10h

Social Security COLA up to 2.7%, but Medicare Part B hikes may eat up extra benefits

Each year, a cost-of-living adjustment — or COLA — is intended to help recipients keep up with inflation and maintain their standard of living.

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Social Security COLA Estimates Are Out -- How Do They Compare to Past Years?

The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is meant to offset inflation. The projected COLA for 2026 is below the average COLA since 1975. Some have recommended using the CPI for ...

Projected COLA for 2026: July update — how it's calculated and what it means for your retirement

Learn about the Social Security COLA projection for 2026, including what it is, how it's calculated and what it means for ...

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Modest Inflation Helps Push 2026 Social Security COLA Estimate Higher

While the sweeping tariff policy announced in April didn’t appear to have an immediate impact on the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) projections, that might be changing, albeit ...

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Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Estimate Is Getting a "Trump Bump" -- Here's How Much Extra You Might Receive

Estimates point to President Donald Trump's tariff and trade policies having a tangible impact on Social Security benefits come 2026.

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