If you’re a Social Security beneficiary, you may see a boost in your checks starting in 2026. While the official Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) won’t be released until Oct. 10, the increase for next year is estimated at 2.

It's almost impossible for most Americans to properly plan for retirement without considering Social Security. It's a social program that has been around for decades and has kept millions of Americans financially afloat during their retirement years.