Here's the Best-Case Scenario for the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), According to the Social Security Board of Trustees

The majority of seniors rely on Social Security for their income, with over two-thirds depending on it for at least half, and 27% solely relying on it in retirement. The anticipated cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 is projected around 2.6% to 2.7%, but if inflation persists, seniors may receive a larger increase next year according to the Social Security Board of Trustees.

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