VA Disability Percentage Chart: See the current compensation rates in 2025

The US military veterans earn a local disability rating made by the Veterans Affairs (VA), in view of the injuries or health issues suffered by them during military service. The rating is expressed in percentage (%) basis, and a veteran receives monthly compensation based on this rating.

The VA will consolidate multiple disability ratings into a single disability rating, which is carried out by a complicated calculation formula. It does not mean by simply adding the ratings together.

ALSO READ: The Social Security Administration announces the minimum requirements for getting a pension in April 2025

With effect from 2025, VA Disability Compensation Rates.

The VA disability compensation rates are increased by 2.5% annually for Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) effective from December 1, 2024.

This means that the eligible veterans will get a nominal increase in their allowances in 2025. However, the benefits are not given universally in the VA. The burden is on the veteran to apply and show that his disability was incurred while on active duty.

Updated Rates of VA Disability Compensation for 2025.

Disability percentage and overall family situation factor in while figuring out payments for any VA benefits. Following are the updated charts for payment for 2025:

Compensation rates for veterans without children

• 100%-days: Alone-$3,831.30, With wife-$4,044.91, With wife and two parents-$4,387.79
  
• 90%-days: Alone-$2,297.96, With wife-$2,489.63, With wife and two parents-$2,797.13
  
• 70%-days: Alone-$1,759.19, With wife-$1,908.19, With wife and two parents-$2,148.19
  
• 50%-days: Alone-$1,102.04, With wife-$1,208.04, With wife and two parents-$1,378.04
  
• 30%-days: Alone-$537.42, With wife-$601.42, With wife and two parents-$703.42

Compensation rates for veterans with children:

• 100%-days: With one child-$3,974.15, With wife, child and two parents-$4,544.23
  
• 90%-days: With one child-$2,425.96, With wife, child and two parents-$2,938.96
  
• 70%-days: With one child-$1,858.19, With wife, child and two parents-$2,258.19

Extra Compensation for Dependent Children

For any under-18 dependent children or those children who have crossed the age of 18 if they are in the school, the veterans may be qualifying for additional compensation.

For example:

An extra payment, for a school-going child at a disability rating of 100%: $342.85

When can VA disability payments change?

The monthly compensation of a veteran may change for the following reasons:

• Addition of dependents – If a veteran marries, has children or adds a dependent parent, their payment may increase.
  
• Worsening condition – A veteran’s health deterioration may lead to re-evaluation for increasing the disability rating.
  
• New disability added – Semantics may also allow such a use, but a new disability assigned will most likely garner additional compensation benefits for the veteran.

But the VA certainly does periodically conduct a review of disability ratings. If a veteran’s condition happens to improve, their rating may go down along with their benefits.

Permanent and Total Disability Compensation

An individual suffering from permanent and serious disabilities may be allotted a “permanent and total” disability status rating by the VA. The advantages would be as follows:

• For the life of the concerned veteran.
• Depending upon the condition of the family, special benefits may also be paid to them.
• Special health and education plans may also be provided by the VA.

How to Apply for VA Disability Benefits?

VA disability benefits can be applied for by any veteran as discussed below:

Filing of Application:

• Online – Submit the application via the official website of va.
• By Mail – Complete and submit VA Form 21-526EZ.
• In Person – Go to the nearest VA office.

Relevant Documentation to be Submitted:

• Medical records pertaining to military service;
• All relevant documentation establishing the nature of the disability;
• Family and dependent-related documents.

Review and Evaluation by VA:

• The VA reviews the application and might ask for some tests, after which
• A disability percentage rating is established.

Conclusion

VA disability compensation is an important economic aid for veterans and their families. In 2025, veterans are set to see new compensation rates with an increase of 2.5%. If you are an eligible veteran, be sure to apply on time and submit all relevant disability paperwork.

It is also essential to be well informed about any possible changes in benefits so that you will be able to derive maximum benefits for you and your family.

For your questions or further information, do not hesitate to contact the VA office or check out the official site.

FAQs