Social Security Benefits Get a COLA in 2025, but Some Retirees Can Expect an Above-Average Raise
Last month, the Social Security Administration announced that beneficiaries will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2025. That revelation disappointed many Social Security recipients. In fact, a recent survey conducted by The Motley Fool found that 54% of retired workers believe the 2025 COLA is insufficient.
Social Security benefits to increase 2.5% in 2025
Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.5% increase in their benefits starting in 2025. This cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is the lowest since January 2021, which saw a 1.3% adjustment. The average recipient will see an increase of about $50 per month.
Social Security COLA 2025: Here's How Much Your Check Will Increase in January
With a little more than a month before the 2025 COLA kicks in, here's what you should know about the upcoming adjustment.
What cost-of-living adjustment increase in Social Security means
A 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment increase will mean an extra $50 a month for most Social Security and SSI recipients.
Some Good News About 2025's Moderate Social Security Increase
Last month, the Social Security Administration announced the cost-of-living adjustment for 2025. Beginning in January, beneficiaries will receive a 2.5% raise -- amounting to around $48 per month for the average retiree and roughly $39 per month for the average disabled worker.
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Social Security COLA Set to Rise in 2023
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The Social Security Retirement Age Increases in 2022
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