The 2026 VA disability rates rose 2.8% on December 1, 2025, thanks to the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This page shows the full 2026 VA disability pay chart by rating and dependent status. All payments are tax-free.
2026 VA Disability Pay Chart
These monthly rates are effective December 1, 2025. The "veteran alone" column is for a veteran with no dependents. Veterans rated 30% or higher get extra pay for a spouse, children, and dependent parents.
| Rating | Veteran Alone | With Spouse (no children) |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | N/A |
| 20% | $356.66 | N/A |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 |
Ratings of 10% and 20% do not include extra pay for dependents. At 100%, each additional child under 18 adds $109.11 per month. Use our VA rating calculator to find your combined rating and estimated pay.
How VA Disability Pay Is Calculated
Your monthly payment depends on two things: your combined disability rating and your dependents. The VA combines multiple ratings with "VA math," a sliding scale — not simple addition. Learn the rules in our VA rating explainer.
Extra Pay for Dependents
If your rating is 30% or higher, you can add dependents to your claim for more money each month. This includes a spouse, children under 18 (or under 23 if in school), and dependent parents. Aid and Attendance for a spouse who needs care adds even more.
2025 vs. 2026 Rates
The 2.8% COLA raised every rate. For example, a single veteran at 100% went from $3,831.30 in 2025 to $3,938.58 in 2026 — about $107 more per month. See the details in our 2026 VA COLA guide.