Up, Up and Away: 6.2% Possible for 2022 COLA
Inflation is up again in July. There is another higher projection for the 2022 COLA figure to be announced in October.
COLA
Stay informed on the latest COLA updates for federal retirees, including annual Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment announcements, calculation methods, and policy changes that affect retirement income under FERS and CSRS. Explore clear explanations of how COLA percentages are determined, historical trends in federal retiree COLAs, and the impact of inflation on long‑term financial security. Find timely analysis, legislative developments, and expert insights to help federal retirees understand how annual COLA changes influence their purchasing power and overall retirement planning.
2022 COLA: Why Are FERS and CSRS Different?
The 2022 COLA will be significant but lower for FERS than for CSRS. Here are the differences and an explanation for the differences.
Social Security COLA Projected to Be the Highest In Decades
Social Security recipients are likely to get a big COLA in 2022, but the author notes that this is a major financial burden for the program.
This Retirement Mistake Could Cut Your Pension by 15%
Some federal employees under FERS could see a significant cut to their pensions if they meet these criteria.
How to Calculate Your 2022 COLA (Current Max Projection: 6.1%)
How is the 2022 COLA calculated for different groupings of federal retirees?
2022 COLA Data Shooting Higher: 6.1% Annual Inflation
The projected COLA increase for 2022 keeps going up. The latest inflation figures show inflation increasing and projected 6.1% COLA for 2022.
2022 FERS COLA: Good News and Bad News
Inflation is up this year which will likely boost next year’s COLA for federal retirees, but there is some bad news for FERS retirees.
Inflation Jumps to 5% Annual Increase: Latest COLA Estimate for 2022
Inflation is increasing more than expected. The May inflation rate was 5% over a 12-month period. What does this mean for the annual COLA?
Will 2022 Beat the 2021 COLA?
Could the 2022 COLA go as high as 4.7%, or will inflation increases start to recede?
COLA Calculation: More Money for Federal Retirees in 2022?
The latest inflation data have been released. What are likely projections for the 2022 COLA?
