With the government shutdown that went into effect Oct. 1, the Social Security Administration is set to see certain changes.

Social Security benefits increase each year to keep up with rising prices. This yearly boost is called the Cost-of-Living Adjustment, or COLA. For 2026, For 2026, experts expect the COLA to increase ...

The United States federal government shut down on October 1, which means many departments will be shuttered for the duration.

Social Security benefit payments will still go out on time, according to the agency. But certain services may not be ...

A government shutdown significantly affects government services, but does not freeze mandatory spending like Social Security.

Social Security and Medicare benefits are protected during a shutdown. Payments keep flowing, but administrative services slow down — and if inflation data is delayed, retirees may have to wait longer ...

As of January 2025, the average Social Security retirement benefit is about $2,006.69 per month. The maximum benefit depends ...