However, that number could wiggle upward or downward, depending on how an official inflation reading for September shakes out. Either way, though, you should expect 2025's Social Security COLA to be lower than the 3.2% raise that came through at the start of 2024.

I f you're still waiting on your Social Security payment for September, you'll be getting it soon, as the last round of checks are headed out in just a few short days. Exactly wha

The average monthly Social Security benefit today is about $1,920. And if 2025's Social Security COLA ends up being 2.5%, that results in an average increase of $48 a month. But if the cost of Medicare Part B rises by $12 a month, it'll shave 25% of that increase off, leaving the typical senior with just $36 extra per month instead.

The third round of September’s Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to retirees on Sept. 25. Here is everything you need to know about this month’s Social Security payments, which go out in three rounds.

As we approach the end of 2024, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to conclude its Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) payments for the year.

That said, you don't necessarily have to wait until October 10 to find out everything you need to know about 2025's Social Security COLA. Here's some information that's already av

But for anyone who receives Social Security benefits, there's another big event next month. The 2025 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be announced in October. Here's what that means for retirees.