Social Security Benefits COLA 2025: New Announcement Date Confirmed
Introduction The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially confirmed the announcement date for the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), which will be released on October 24, 2025. This adjustment is crucial for over 70 million Americans who rely on Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, as it ensures their payments keep pace with inflation. What Is COLA? COLA is an annual adjustment made to Social Security and SSI benefits to counteract inflation and maintain the purchasing power of beneficiaries. …