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VA Disability Pay Rates
VA Disability Compensation Rates
How much does VA Disability Pay?
VA disability compensation is a monthly benefit for Veterans whose disabilities are connected to military service. The amount generally depends on the Veteran’s disability rating and, for Veterans rated 30% or higher, qualifying dependent family members.
The 2026 rates on this page are effective December 1, 2025. VA states that compensation rates are adjusted based on cost-of-living adjustments to Social Security benefits.
Veteran Alone — No Dependents
| VA Disability Rating | Monthly Payment | Annual Amount* |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | $2,165.04 |
| 20% | $356.66 | $4,279.92 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $6,629.64 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $9,550.08 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $13,594.80 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $17,220.24 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $21,701.40 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $25,225.80 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $28,347.60 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $47,262.96 |
A Veteran with a 100% disability rating and no dependents receives $3,938.58 per month under the current 2026 basic rate.
A 10% rating pays $180.42 per month, while a 20% rating pays $356.66.
Multiple disabilities
Dependents
Other VA benefits
VA Pay Rates With Dependents
| Dependent Status | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% | 100% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veteran alone | $552.47 | $795.84 | $1,132.90 | $1,435.02 | $1,808.45 | $2,102.15 | $2,362.30 | $3,938.58 |
| With spouse | $617.47 | $882.84 | $1,241.90 | $1,566.02 | $1,961.45 | $2,277.15 | $2,559.30 | $4,158.17 |
| With spouse + 1 parent | $669.47 | $952.84 | $1,329.90 | $1,671.02 | $2,084.45 | $2,417.15 | $2,717.30 | $4,334.41 |
| With spouse + 2 parents | $721.47 | $1,022.84 | $1,417.90 | $1,776.02 | $2,207.45 | $2,557.15 | $2,875.30 | $4,510.65 |
| With 1 parent | $604.47 | $865.84 | $1,220.90 | $1,540.02 | $1,931.45 | $2,242.15 | $2,520.30 | $4,114.82 |
| With 2 parents | $656.47 | $935.84 | $1,308.90 | $1,645.02 | $2,054.45 | $2,382.15 | $2,678.30 | $4,291.06 |
Children & Spouse Additions
| Additional Amount | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% | 100% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Each additional child under age 18 | $32.00 | $43.00 | $54.00 | $65.00 | $76.00 | $87.00 | $98.00 | $109.11 |
| Each additional child age 18–23 in a qualifying school program | $105.00 | $140.00 | $176.00 | $211.00 | $246.00 | $281.00 | $317.00 | $352.45 |
| Spouse receiving Aid & Attendance | $61.00 | $81.00 | $101.00 | $121.00 | $141.00 | $161.00 | $181.00 | $201.41 |
What our clients are saying
01 — PTSD & Mental Health
A Veteran struggling with service-connected PTSD and related mental health conditions sought help after years of difficulty obtaining appropriate VA benefits. The claim was developed around the Veteran’s service history, medical evidence, and functional limitations, resulting in substantial retroactive VA compensation.
VA Benefits Obtained
$125,000+
02 — TDIU / Individual Unemployability
Retroactive Benefits
$98,000+
03 — Increased Rating & Back Pay
VA Disability Rating Increase
$76,000+
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about VA Disability Pay Rates
For a Veteran with no dependents, the 2026 monthly rates range from $180.42 at 10% to $3,938.58 at 100%. Ratings of 30% and higher can have different rates when qualifying dependents apply. citeturn0search0
The basic 2026 rate for a Veteran with a 70% rating and no dependents is $1,808.45 per month. Qualifying dependents can increase the amount.
The basic 2026 rate for a Veteran with a 100% rating and no dependents is $3,938.58 per month. Higher rates apply in certain qualifying dependent situations.
Generally, qualifying dependents can increase compensation for Veterans rated 30% or higher. VA publishes separate tables and added amounts for qualifying spouses, children, and dependent parents.
VA disability compensation is generally tax-free. For individual tax questions, consult a qualified tax professional.
In some circumstances, a Veteran may receive compensation at the 100% rate through TDIU if the applicable requirements are satisfied.