Social Security COLA for 2027 Set at 2.8% Amid Ongoing Cost Pressures

53 articles · Updated · The US Sun · Apr 23

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027 is projected at 2.8%, mirroring the increase implemented in 2026.
The estimate is based on recent inflation data, with rising energy and healthcare costs contributing to ongoing financial pressures for retirees.
Advocacy groups warn that COLA adjustments may not fully keep pace with essential expenses, potentially eroding retirees’ purchasing power over time.

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