https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-checks-will-go-up-by-about-75-a-month-to-offset-inflationContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-checks-will-go-up-by-about-75-a-month-to-offset-inflationhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-checks-will-go-up-by-about-75-a-month-to-offset-inflation#u128554Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:50:19 +0000The Social Security Administration announced a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment for 2027, which will increase the average monthly benefit check by about $75. These payments begin in January. While most retirees receive the full boost, some federal employees will see a smaller adjustment. The increase aims to offset inflation, which has reached 3.7 percent, impacting the costs of gas, groceries, and healthcare for older Americans.Why it mattersCost-of-living adjustments are periodic updates to benefit amounts to maintain the purchasing power of retirees. This specific increase follows a pe