New estimates show the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be up to 3.6%. Retirees may benefit from the boost even if they wait to claim.

The Social Security COLA 2027 announcement is getting closer. The expected date is October 14, 2026. The current 2027 COLA estimate is 3.6%. That would beat the 2.8% increase for…

The 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment is set for announcement on October 14, 2026, with an estimated increase of 3.4%.