Projection Calls for Largest Social Security COLA Increase in 4 Years

Projection calls for largest Social Security COLA increase in 4 years

If the projection holds, average monthly Social Security benefits would increase by about $69.75, from $1,937.53 to $2,007.28.

Social Security recipients will get more money next year. Here’s how much the COLA may boost benefits.

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be as much as 3.6% in 2027.

Here's How the 2027 Social Security COLA Is Projected to Stack Up to the 2026 COLA

Key PointsThe 2027 Social Security COLA prediction has dropped to 3.6%.This would still be higher than the 2.8% boost seniors got this year.The SSA will announce the official 2027 COLA on Oct. 14, 2026.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › The 2027 Social Security COLA projection just got an update, and it's not great news for seniors hoping for a huge benefit boost. The latest estimate from The Senior Citizens Le…