Social Security recipients could get a nearly 4% cost-of-living adjustment, forecasters say

Source CBS Local
Original Load Date May 12, 2026, 7 p.m.
Last Updated May 12, 2026, 7 p.m.
Original URL https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/social-security-2027-cola-inflation-retirees/

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Social Security recipients could receive a 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of nearly 4%, driven by inflation climbing at its [ fastest pace ][13] in almost three years. Seniors and others who receive Social Security benefits could see a COLA of 3.9% next year, according to a new estimate fro...