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Sunday, October 25Retirement
Social Security Benefits Rise 3.6% in 2027, Adding About $75 a Month for Retirees
via Motley Fool
The Social Security Administration announced a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027, raising the average monthly retirement benefit by roughly $75. About 75 million Americans who receive Social Security will see the increase reflected in their January checks, along with a higher taxable earnings cap of $192,300.
Why it matters
The adjustment helps offset rising prices, but with inflation still running above 3%, some retirees may find the bump falls short of covering their actual cost increases.
