Social Security recipients to get a 3.6% increase next year. Some say it's not enough

NPR | By Stephan Bisaha

Published October 15, 2026 at 3:45 AM CDT

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Social Security benefits are getting a bump to keep up with inflation. For seniors struggling with high prices, the annual bump is meant to keep them from falling further behind.

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Social Security recipients to get a 3.6% increase next year. Some say it's not enough

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