Working While Collecting Social Security? Don't Overlook This Big Change in 2026

Working While Collecting Social Security? Don't Overlook This Big Change in 2026

Key PointsYou're allowed to work while receiving benefits from Social Security.You'll be subject to an earnings test if you haven't reached full retirement age.The earnings-test limits are increasing in 2026, which could make it easier to earn money without risking having benefits withheld. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › There are plenty of benefits to holding down a job in retirement. For one thing, the ex…

Social Security Payroll Tax, Other Figures Rising

Several key figures are increasing for 2026 in the Social Security program affecting both current employees and retirees. For the ...More The article Social Security Payroll Tax, Other Figures Rising was first published on FEDweek.

Social Security Payments to Rise 2.8%, a Tick Below Inflation Rate

The 75 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits will see a 2.8% increase in payments next year, the Social Security Administration said Friday.  The cost-of-living adjustment is just below the inflation rate of 3% announced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, also on Friday.  The adjustment is lower than the average over the past decade, but higher than last year’s. The average adjustment for the past 10 years is 3.1%, including a 2…

Social Security, SSI and Veterans Benefits to Climb 2.8% in 2026 — Can It Keep Up?

In mid‑October 2025 the Social Security Administration (SSA) officially announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 blog.ssa.gov. This means nearly all retired, disabled and survivor Social Security recipients will see their monthly checks rise by 2.8% next year. “Social Security is a promise kept,” Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano said in a statement, noting that the COLA “is one way we make sure benefits reflect today’s economic …