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Many federal retirees get 2.8% in 2026 COLA, but some to see a smaller increase - October 24, 2025
By Jory Heckman, Federal News Network

Starting in January 2026, many federal retirees will see a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase in their Social Security benefits and federal retirement annuities.

That’s a higher rate than last year, and higher than projections set by AARP and the Senior Citizens League. About 75 million people, including retirees and individuals with disabilities, receive Social Security benefits.

The annual COLA is meant to keep federal retirees’ and Social Security recipients’ benefits on pace with rising inflation. But not everyone will receive the full adjustment.
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