Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be above average. Some say it's not enough

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be above average. Some say it's not enough — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-cost-of-living-adjustment-for-2027-may-be-above-average-some-say-it-s-not-enoughContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Social Security Sets 2027 COLA at 3.6 Percenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-cost-of-living-adjustment-for-2027-may-be-above-average-some-say-it-s-not-enoughhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-cost-of-living-adjustment-for-2027-may-be-above-average-some-say-it-s-not-enough#u126013Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:01:29 +0000The Social Security Administration has announced a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment for 2027, marking the largest increase since 2023. The adjustment will raise typical benefit checks by about $75 starting early next year, as older Americans continue to face high inflation alongside rising grocery, gas, and healthcare costs. While higher than adjustments seen in recent years, critics warn the bump falls short of fully covering mounting expenses. Recipients will receive detailed notices regarding their specific benefit adjustments in December.Why it mattersAnnual cost-of-living adjustments