Social Security COLA increases set for 2025

The Social Security Administration (SSA) will implement three significant changes in payments beginning January 1, 2025. These adjustments aim to benefit millions of American beneficiaries by maintaining their purchasing power as the cost of living rises. The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program will see an increase in the maximum payment. Individuals will receive higher monthly checks, providing financial relief for those who depend on this program to meet their basic needs. Beneficiaries of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) will also experience a significant rise in their monthly payments. This adjustment is crucial for those unable to work due to disability and who rely on SSDI as their primary income source. Retirees receiving age-based benefits will see an increase in their monthly checks as well.

Cost-of-living adjustment updates

This is particularly important for individuals who have retired and depend on Social Security as their major source of income. The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) changes will be automatically applied to all current beneficiaries enrolled in the Social Security system. No separate application is necessary. However, beneficiaries should ensure their personal information is up-to-date to avoid any issues with payment delivery. Due to a calendar irregularity, the January 2025 SSI payment will be sent at the end of December 2024. Beneficiaries should be aware that the first payment reflecting the new COLA increase will arrive earlier than usual. The SSA aims to alleviate the effects of inflation on beneficiaries and secure the real value of the payments in an increasingly challenging economic environment by implementing these increases.