Social Security recipients will receive an additional 2.8 percent in benefits in 2026. That’s because of the annual cost-of-living adjustment, which is designed to help ensure benefits keep up with inflation.
According to The Motley Fool, the average monthly Social Security benefit for all retirees in 2025 was $2,015. When you factor in the 2.8 percent COLA increase, the average monthly benefit for retirees will be $2,071 next year. That’s an additional $56.
For retired married couples, benefits increase from $3,120 to $3,208. That’s an additional $88 next year.
It’s clear to see that the modest COLA increase won’t make much of a difference for struggling seniors.
Council of Seniors Believes Retirees Deserve More Money
The Council of Seniors is working hard to get Congress to passThe SAVE Benefits Act. This crucial bill will put $581 back in seniors’ pockets to make up for Social Security cost-of-living adjustments that were far too low for years.
Greedy Washington politicians are using retirees’ hard-earned money in other ways, but we’re dedicated to giving it back to those who are rightfully entitled to it.
Please take a moment and sign our petition today to show your support.