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CPA Practice Advisor · Oct 16, 2026
Social Security’s Payroll Tax Cap is Going Up in 2027
Tax Brief summary and classification of the original reporting.
Bottom Line
💡 Social Security’s Payroll Tax Cap is Going Up in 2027. General industry update.
Summary
Along with a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for retirees, people with disabilities and dependents, the Social Security Administration said the payroll tax cap will increase from $184,500 to $192,300.
Classification
Category: backgroundPriority: informationalReason: General tax news
Applies To
payroll
Affected Groups
Payroll/employment tax specialists
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Original Source
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