What to know about 2 December Social Security payments and 2026 increase

Americans will receive two Social Security payments in December as recipients prepare for a 2026 increase.

Why some people may get lower Social Security payments in 2026

An increase in Part B Medicare premiums means that beneficiaries will pay $202.90 per month, up from $185 this year.

When to expect your Social Security payment for December. See schedule

Social Security payments for the month of December follow a normal schedule. A 2.8% cost-of-living increase (COLA) starting January 2026.
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First December Social Security Payments Arrive This Week — Here’s Who Gets Paid

The first December Social Security payments go out this week. Here’s who gets paid, 2026 COLA info, and the full SSI schedule into 2026.
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It’s official—Social Security will increase payments in 2026—here are the new monthly figures for retirees, spouses, and survivors

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that Social Security benefits, including Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) and ...

This Medicare premium will go up 9.7% in 2026, and it could affect Social Security payments. How older adults can prepare for higher health care costs

The rising cost for this coverage doesn’t appear to be happening in a vacuum, as health care costs in general are on the rise ...

When will I get my Social Security. See schedule for December

Social Security payments will follow a normal schedule for December ahead of the 2.8% cost-of-living increase (COLA) starting ...