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The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Shaping Up to Be the Largest Since 2023. Here's What That Means for You.

A big benefit increase is likely on the way, but it may not go as far as you expect.

The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Shaping Up to Be the Largest Since 2023. Here's What That Means for You.

Published August 31, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Social Security beneficiaries are just a few months away from what will likely be their largest benefit boost in four years. We're still a few weeks from the official 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announcement, but high inflation is keeping the hopes of an above-average increase alive for millions of beneficiaries.

It's important to keep your expectations in check, though. Even a large COLA might not go as far as you expect it to.

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