2025 VA Disability Rates

2025 VA disability pay rates, which are effective December 1, 2024, have a confirmed year over year increase of 2.5% based on the latest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announced by the social security administration on October 10, 2024. Use the charts provided on this page to determine your eligibility and expected monthly payout for your approved VA disability claim based on the 2.5% COLA increase. Official and final figures will be announced December 1, 2024.

10% – 20% (No Dependents)

Percentage

Rate

10%

$175.51

20%

$346.95

30% – 60% Without Children

Dependent Status

30%

40%

50%

60%

Veteran Alone

$537.42

$774.16

$1,102.04

$1,395.93

Veteran with Spouse Only

$600.97

$859.24

$1,208.64

$1,524.05

Veteran with Spouse & One Parent

$652.22

$926.89

$1,293.71

$1,626.55

Veteran with Spouse and Two Parents

$703.47

$994.54

$1,378.79

$1,729.05

Veteran with One Parent

$588.67

$841.81

$1,187.11

$1,498.43

Veteran with Two Parents

$639.92

$909.46

$1,272.19

$1,600.93

Additional for A/A spouse

$58.43

$77.90

$97.38

$116.85

70% – 100% With Children

Dependent Status

70%

80%

90%

100%

Veteran with one Child (no spouse and no parents)

$1,858.61

$2,158.66

$1,102.04

$3,974.15

Veteran with Spouse and Child (no parents)

$2,017.49

$2,340.09

$1,208.64

$4,201.34

Veteran with Spouse, One Parent and One Child

$2,137.41

$2,476.41

$1,293.71

$4,372.78

Veteran with Spouse, Two Parents and Child

$2,257.34

$2,612.74

$1,378.79

$4,544.22

Veteran with One Parent and Child

$1,978.54

$2,294.99

$1,187.11

$4,145.59

Veteran with Two Parents and Child

$2,098.46

$2,431.31

$1,272.19

$4,317.03

Add for Each Additional Child Under Age 18

$73.80

$84.05

$97.38

$106.14

Each Additional Schoolchild Over Age 18

$239.85

$273.68

$97.38

$342.85

Additional for A/A spouse

$137.35

$156.83

$176.30

$195.92

Are you a veteran receiving disability benefits? If so, at the beginning of January 2025, you can expect an increase in your compensation payment.

Effective next January, Veterans receiving disability benefits will see their checks increase by 2.63%. This increase is an estimate based on current economic data with the official announcement coming December 1, 2024. However, the final percentage could be slightly lower if inflation continues to slow down.

The change in rate is based on the COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) and is designed to help your benefits keep pace with inflation. It’s based on changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of goods and services like food, housing, and healthcare.

While 2.63% might seem modest compared to recent years, it represents the government’s ongoing commitment to maintaining the value of Veterans’ benefits in the face of economic changes.

What Are the 2025 VA Disability Compensation Rates Based On

Your monthly payment depends on several factors:

Disability rating: This ranges from 10% to 100% in 10% increments.
Number of dependents: Having a spouse, children, or dependent parents can increase your benefits.
Special circumstances: Severe injuries (like loss of limb) or having a disabled spouse may qualify you for additional compensation.

For Veterans with multiple service-connected disabilities, the VA uses a combined ratings table. This can result in a higher overall rating and increased compensation.

Important Reminders:

VA disability compensation is tax-free.
The benefit is designed to support Veterans with conditions related to their military service.
If your service-connected condition worsens, you can apply for an increased rating.

Understanding how your benefits are calculated and adjusted can help you better plan for your financial future. You can learn more about how the VA combines ratings by watching the quick video below.

2025 VA Disability Pay Rates

*Official and final figures will be announced and finalized on December 1, 2024.

Below are the 2024 Disability Pay Rates for comparison:

2024 VA Disability Pay Rates

How Do I Increase My VA Disability Rating?

Many veterans are frustrated because they feel that they have been underrated by the VA. In addition, many service-related conditions such as chronic back pain, hearing loss, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or traumatic brain injury (TBI), may not show up until after active service has ended, placing veterans outside the normal timeframe for applying for disability compensation.

Tucker Disability Law: Helping Veterans Nationwide

Tucker Disability Law has helped veterans increase their VA disability rating for over 30+ years and can help you too. If you feel that your disability rating should be higher, or if you’ve been denied a VA claim in the past, we would be happy to discuss your case with you.

Veterans who have applied for disability and had their claim denied, have the right to file an appeal. Veterans with preexisting conditions that were worsened by their time in service, or who develop service-connected disabilities after their military service, may also apply for benefits.

If you’re frustrated with your rating, Tucker Disability Law can help you get the benefits you deserve. Contact us for a consultation about your specific situation.