Social Security 2026 COLA is 2.8%, but seniors will still fall into poverty. Here's why
- Posted on October 24, 2025
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Social Security 2026 COLA is 2.8%, but seniors will still fall into poverty. Here's why

Social Security COLA for 2026 is 2.8%, but most Americans say it's not enough. Medicare premiums alone are forecast to soar by a record dollar amount.