| Combined rating | 2026 monthly pay |
|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 |
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 2026 compensation rates (effective December 1, 2025). Dependent amounts apply at 30%+ and are not shown here.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is 100% VA disability in 2026?
- In 2026, a veteran rated 100% with no dependents receives $3,938.58 per month, effective December 1, 2025 (includes the 2.8% COLA).
- How much did VA disability go up in 2026?
- VA disability compensation increased 2.8% for 2026 through the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), effective December 1, 2025 (first paid in January 2026).
- Do these rates include dependents?
- No — the chart below is the veteran-alone rate. Veterans rated 30% or higher receive additional amounts for a spouse, children, or dependent parents.
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