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The annual announcement of the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 will be delayed because of the government shutdown. This adjustment affects approximately 75 million Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries.
Key Insights
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) planned to announce the 2026 COLA on October 15, 2025, but it will now be announced on October 24, 2025.
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The delay is due to the Bureau of Labor Statistics postponing the release of September Consumer Price Index (CPI) data until October 24, 2025, because of the shutdown.
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Experts estimate the 2026 COLA to be around 2.7% to 2.8%, higher than the 2.5% increase in 2025.
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A 2.7% boost would increase the average monthly payment for retired workers by about $54.
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The government shutdown will not delay payments. Payments to all people who currently receive Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will continue with no change in payment dates. You will still receive your payments on time.
In-Depth Analysis
The COLA is an annual adjustment to Social Security and SSI benefits to counteract the effects of inflation. It is calculated based on the Consumer Price Index for Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). The COLA ensures that the purchasing power of Social Security benefits is not eroded by rising prices.
The Senior Citizens League estimates the 2026 COLA could be around 2.7%, while AARP expects it to range from 2.6% to 2.9%. This adjustment is lower than the recent high of 8.7% in 2023 but higher than the 2.5% increase in 2025.
While Social Security payments will continue during the shutdown, other services may be affected. The SSA encourages people to use their online accounts at www.ssa.gov/myaccount/?ref=yanuki.com to manage their benefits and access services. Local offices will remain open but provide reduced services.
FAQs
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Q: Why is the Social Security COLA announcement delayed?
The announcement is delayed because the government shutdown has postponed the release of key inflation data.
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Q: When will the 2026 COLA be announced?
The announcement is now scheduled for October 24, 2025.
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Q: Will I still receive my Social Security payments during the shutdown?
Yes, Social Security and SSI payments will continue without any change in payment dates.
Key Takeaways
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The Social Security COLA for 2026 will be announced on October 24, 2025.
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The estimated COLA is between 2.7% and 2.8%.
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Social Security payments will continue uninterrupted during the government shutdown.
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Use the SSA website to manage your benefits online: www.ssa.gov/myaccount/?ref=yanuki.com.
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