https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-sets-its-2027-cola-increase-at-3-6-here-s-what-that-means-for-your-benefitsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-sets-its-2027-cola-increase-at-3-6-here-s-what-that-means-for-your-benefitshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-sets-its-2027-cola-increase-at-3-6-here-s-what-that-means-for-your-benefits#u130816Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:16:50 +0000The Social Security Administration announced a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027. This increase will raise the average monthly benefit check by $75. The adjustment aims to help benefits keep pace with inflation and represents the largest increase since 2023. While many retirees will receive the full 3.6% boost, some federal employees will see a smaller adjustment. The agency also announced new earnings requirements for Social Security credits and a new maximum taxable wage cap.Why it mattersThe Social Security Administration updates the COLA annually to protect the purchasing power of re