The Social Security Administration announced a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 on October 14, 2026. Karmactive had published a forecast before the official percentage was announced. The 3.6 percent figure is the official figure in this update.
Social Security Sets 3.6% 2027 COLA
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