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When Are November 2026 Social Security Payments Coming?

When Are November 2026 Social Security Payments Coming?

Summary

Social Security payments for November 2026 will be paid on different dates because of Veterans Day and a weekend. Starting in 2027, Social Security benefits will increase by 3.6 percent due to a cost-of-living adjustment.

Key Facts

  • Social Security pays nearly 72 million Americans, including retirees, disabled people, and family members.
  • November's Social Security payment dates vary: some payments come early on October 30 and November 3, 10, 18, and 25.
  • Some payments are moved earlier because November 1 is a Sunday and November 11 is Veterans Day.
  • Social Security benefits will rise 3.6% in 2027, higher than the 2.8% increase in 2026.
  • The average retired worker’s monthly payment will increase by about $75, from $2,095 to $2,170.
  • The increase is based on inflation measured by the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W).
  • Many people believe the increase may not fully cover rising costs like healthcare and groceries.
  • Supplemental Security Income maximum payments for individuals will go up from $994 to $1,029 in 2027.
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