USA Today July 14, 2026 • 19:52

Social Security 2027 COLA may be 3.7% but still not offset Medicare - USA Today

By Medora Lee

Social Security 2027 COLA may be 3.7% but still not offset Medicare - USA Today

Social Security checks could rise by 3.7% next year, but Medicare costs will rise too, analysts said.

Social Security checks are expected to increase next year by 3.7%, based on the June consumer inflation report, a new estimate shows.
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