https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-announces-cost-of-living-adjustment-for-2027Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-announces-cost-of-living-adjustment-for-2027https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-announces-cost-of-living-adjustment-for-2027#u129407Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:45:24 +0000The Social Security Administration has announced a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027. This increase will raise monthly benefit checks by an average of $75 starting in January. The adjustment aims to preserve the purchasing power of retirees, disabled workers, and other beneficiaries as the cost of essential goods and services changes. The increase was driven by high inflation data.Why it mattersCost-of-living adjustments are periodic updates to benefit amounts based on inflation. This 2027 increase represents the largest adjustment since 2023.What is confirmedSocial Security benefits wil