https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/federal-retirees-face-more-than-a-cola-change-in-2027Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/federal-retirees-face-more-than-a-cola-change-in-2027https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/federal-retirees-face-more-than-a-cola-change-in-2027#u138533Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:46:45 +0000Federal retirees will receive cost-of-living adjustments in January 2027, with Social Security and CSRS benefits rising by 3.6% and FERS benefits increasing by 2.6%. For the average retired worker, the 3.6% increase adds approximately $75 per month. However, these gains may be offset by rising Medicare premiums and potential changes to Social Security earnings limits. Additional financial pressures include a possible federal pay freeze that could impact the high-3 calculations for those retiring in 2027 or 2028.Why it mattersAnnual COLA adjustments protect retiree purchasing power against infl