Social Security Increase 2025 By Age Chart. This annual adjustment, known as the cost of living adjustment (cola), is designed to ensure that social security payments keep pace with inflation and rising living costs. In 2025, social security recipients will receive a 2.5% cola.

On average, social security’s 2025 cola will be largest for retired workers at age 70. Shown above the hypothetical average benefit for retired workers based on a 2.5% cola in 2025.