The Social Security Administration announced on October 14, 2026, that benefits will increase 3.6% in 2027 through a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA. The change affects people receiving Social Security retirement benefits, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments.
What the 2027 Increase Covers
The 3.6% figure is the percentage applied to benefit amounts for 2027. Because the increase is a percentage, the dollar change will differ depending on each person’s current benefit. Exact monthly amounts and payment timing also vary by recipient, so beneficiaries should confirm their figures directly with the agency.
Where to Check Benefit Details
Beneficiaries can review their own benefit information through the my Social Security account on SSA.gov. The agency also publishes a 2027 COLA fact sheet on its website with further details on the adjustment.
Related Assistance Programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture publishes special SNAP rules for seniors and people with disabilities, and Medicare Savings Programs are separate federal-state programs that can help eligible people with Medicare costs. Eligibility for each is set by the agency that runs it, and those rules should be checked with that agency before applying.
