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2026 Rates · effective December 1, 2025
2026 VA Disability Pay Rates
How much VA disability compensation pays each month, tax-free, for every rating from 10% to 100% — alone and with dependents. These are the 2026 rates (effective December 1, 2025), verified against VA.gov. Tap a rating for the full breakdown.
Monthly VA disability compensation by rating
| Rating | Alone | + Spouse | + Spouse, 1 child | + Spouse, 2 children |
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| 10% | $180.42 | $180.42 | $180.42 | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 | $356.66 | $356.66 | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 | $666.47 | $698.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 | $947.84 | $990.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 | $1,322.90 | $1,376.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 | $1,663.02 | $1,728.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 | $2,074.45 | $2,150.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 | $2,406.15 | $2,493.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 | $2,704.30 | $2,802.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 | $4,318.99 | $4,428.10 |
Dependent amounts apply at 30% and above. At 10% and 20%, the amount is the same with or without dependents. Each page below also lists added amounts for extra children, school-age children, and a spouse receiving Aid & Attendance.
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How combined ratings work
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Common questions
How much does VA disability pay in 2026?
For a veteran with no dependents, monthly compensation ranges from $180.42 at 10% to $3,938.58 at 100%, effective December 1, 2025. Dependents increase the amount starting at 30%.
How much is 100% VA disability per month?
100% VA disability pays $3,938.58 per month for a veteran alone, and $4,158.17 with a spouse (no children), in 2026.
Is VA disability pay taxable?
No — VA disability compensation is not taxable at the federal or state level.
How does VA combine multiple ratings?
VA does not add ratings together. It combines them with a formula and rounds to the nearest 10%, so a combined 75% is paid at the 80% rate. The VA Ready calculator does this math for you.
Rates shown are the VA disability compensation rates effective December 1, 2025 (the 2026 rates), verified against VA.gov. VA adjusts rates annually for cost of living. Always confirm the current amount for your situation at VA.gov. VA Ready is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and this page is not financial or legal advice.