Effective December 1, 2025. Reflects the 2.5% COLA increase for 2026.
| Rating | Monthly (Veteran Alone) | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $171.23 | $2,054.76 |
| 20% | $338.49 | $4,061.88 |
| 30% | $524.31 | $6,291.72 |
| 40% | $755.28 | $9,063.36 |
| 50% | $1,075.16 | $12,901.92 |
| 60% | $1,361.88 | $16,342.56 |
| 70% | $1,716.28 | $20,595.36 |
| 80% | $1,995.01 | $23,940.12 |
| 90% | $2,241.91 | $26,902.92 |
| 100% | $3,737.85 | $44,854.20 |
VA disability compensation is a tax-free monthly payment to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The amount depends on your combined disability rating and number of dependents.
The 2026 rates reflect a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), effective December 1, 2025. This increase is based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners (CPI-W).
The VA assigns disability ratings in 10% increments from 0% to 100%. Your combined rating is calculated using VA math (not simple addition). Use our VA Disability Calculator to see your combined rating.
Veterans rated 100% Permanent & Total receive the maximum monthly compensation plus eligibility for additional benefits: CHAMPVA healthcare for dependents, Chapter 35 education benefits, property tax exemptions (varies by state), and commissary/exchange access.
Veterans with certain severe disabilities may qualify for Special Monthly Compensation above the 100% rate. SMC levels range from SMC-K ($139.67/mo additional) to SMC-R ($10,964.75/mo).
Military retirees with 50%+ VA disability can receive both full military retired pay and full VA disability compensation without offset.
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