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Cost-of-Living Adjustment

Social Security in 2026: Modest COLA, Higher Medicare Bills, Bigger Payroll Tax Cap

Higher payroll tax cap alongside steeper Medicare premiums will squeeze 2026 budgets.

Social Security 2026: COLA Rises 2.8% as Medicare Part B Jumps to $202.90

Social Security Sets 2026 COLA at 2.8% as New Earnings Limits and November Payout Dates Released