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2026 Social Security Credit Increase

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3 Big Social Security Changes Coming in 2026 Might Surprise Retirees

CPI-W inflation measured 2.8% in the third quarter of 2025, so Social Security benefits will increase 2.8% in 2026. That is slightly larger than the 2.5% increase retirees received this year. The chart below explains how the 2.8% COLA will change the average monthly benefit paid to different types of beneficiaries next year.

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How much will Social Security increase in 2026? This is the new maximum benefit you will be able to collect in 2026

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Here's How Much the Average Spousal Social Security Check Will Increase in 2026

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Here's How Much More the Average Couple on Social Security Will Get in 2026

The Social Security Administration should send you personalized COLA notices in December with your exact 2026 benefit amount.

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Emergency Relief Act May Boost Social Security Checks by $200 in 2026

Congress is working on the Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act, which could add an additional $200 to your monthly ...

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