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SSI 3.6 percent increase starts December 31 2026

SSA October 14, 2026 press release says increased payments to about 7.3 million people receiving SSI will begin on December 31, 2026. Nearly 72 million Social Security beneficiaries see the 3.6 percent COLA beginning in January 2027. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by $75 per month.

Date to know: December 31, 2026 (SSI increased payments begin)

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Increased payments to about 7.3 million people receiving SSI will begin on December 31, 2026

From the official page, Social Security Administration

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