According to estimates from the SSA's 2026 COLA Fact Sheet, the average monthly retired-worker benefit is expected to climb ...

The SSA pays monthly benefits to more than 70 million Americans, including retirees and people with disabilities.

Social Security changes in 2026 include a cost-of-living increase and an increase in the maximum benefit recipients can get.

The 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is 2.8%. This is the increase all Social Security beneficiaries, ...

More than a half-dozen changes, ranging from the amount beneficiaries receive each month to the payroll tax liability of ...

Social Security benefits are going up by 2.8% in 2026, with the average monthly payment rising to $2,071. The full retirement ...

Congress is currently considering two Social Security bills that could expand survivor benefits and boost monthly checks.

Though average Social Security payouts are meaningfully increasing in the new year, most beneficiaries remain worse for the wear.

Social Security typically pays benefits on Wednesdays. The first wave of payments will be sent on the second Wednesday of the ...

As the SSA begins its benefits-payment schedule for 2026, we bring you the lowdown on what to expect in January.

If you or someone you know plans on claiming SSI benefits, you should keep the following key information in mind.