Expected 2025 Social Security Cola Update. More inflation data will be needed. The social security administration has announced a cola of 2.5% for 2025, which translates to an average bump of $48 in monthly social security benefits and raises the average check for retired.

According to cbs news, retirees are expected to receive an increase of $48 or 2.5% in 2025, which is below the 2.57% increase that was previously projected. Social security beneficiaries are expected to find out this week just how much their benefits will increase in 2025.