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Social Security 2027 adjustments
The Social Security cost-of-living increase and the 2027 program limits set by the Social Security Administration.
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Social Security benefits to rise 3.6% in 2027, up from 2.8% this year
The increase announced October 14 applies to 76 million Americans, and a calculation from Bureau of Labor Statistics price data reproduces the 3.6% figure.
Social Security earnings base rises to $192,300 for 2027 from $184,500, SSA notice shows
The Social Security Administration also set 2027 retirement earnings-test limits at $25,560 and $67,920 a year and raised the maximum monthly SSI payment for an individual to $1,029 from $994.