Social Security benefits will set a record next year, and retirees in these 5 states can expect to see the greatest COLA increases. Here's why

The new year will bring a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 2.8%, a slight step up from the 2.5% increase ...

Social Security Benefits Get a 2.8% COLA. Here's How Much the Average Check Might Increase

The SSA puts the average monthly Social Security retirement benefit before next year's 2.8% COLA at $2,015 per month. Once ...