Social Security wage base rises to $192,300; benefits rise 3.6%
What’s happening
The maximum earnings subject to the 6.2% Social Security tax rise to $192,300 in 2027 (from $184,500), and Social Security benefits increase 3.6% starting in January.
What to do
Budget for higher employer payroll tax on higher earners and update retirement-readiness education for employees close to retirement.
How Workbliss can help
Workbliss financial wellbeing sessions explain changes like this in plain language, country by country.
Plan support for your teamsSource
ssa.gov. Checked October 19, 2026.