Even with cost-of-living increases, Social Security barely covers basic living expenses in most places. But regardless of how far your money goes where you live, retirees count on these benefits and ...

The Social Security Administration's (SSA's) 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is officially 2.8%. It applies to benefits paid in January for most people, although those who receive Supplemental ...

Social Security benefits vary by state. Many states have benefits below the nationwide average and nationwide median. Connecticut is the state with the highest average Social Security benefits in the ...

Those who receive Social Security benefits may notice their check is smaller than normal this month thanks to a change in policy from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Earlier this year, the ...

Living on a fixed income can feel limiting, especially in larger cities where housing and healthcare costs continue to rise. The average Social Security check is now just a little over $2,000 per ...

As the government shutdown continues, Social Security recipients may be concerned about their benefits. Rest assured, Social Security and Supplemental Social Security checks will continue as usual ...

If your Social Security check is $1,800 per month, you're probably watching every dollar. Groceries, co-pays, utilities, and those random unexpected expenses quickly add up. Thankfully, you are ...