Social Security 2026 COLA Falls Short as Medical and Housing Costs Rise
Social Security benefits rise each January to match inflation. In 2026, retirees will see a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) around 2.6–2.7 percent. On the surface, that increase seems positive. It marks five straight years above 2.5 percent. Yet for many beneficiaries, the boost fails to cover key expenses. Shelter and medical costs climb faster than the … Read more