In 2025, the VA disability rates increase by 2.5% compared to 3.2% in 2024.
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VA disability rates will increase by 2.5%. This change is a result of the Social Security Administration’s Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). The new rates take effect on December 31, 2024. The 2023 COLA increase was 8.7%, which was the highest rate since 1981. Although the 2025 increase is smaller, it still raises VA disability pay rates. This means Veterans will see more monthly compensation next year.
Find out how these changes might impact you and your family. For specific advice regarding your situation, reach out to an experienced VA attorney in your area.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) updates the COLA adjustment each year. The increase is based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earnings and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) calculates the monthly CPI-W. Then, the SSA uses the previous year’s 3rd quarter data to set COLA rates for the next year.
Once the Senate approves the COLA increase, the VA then updates a Veteran’s monthly compensation. The adjustment reflects the new COLA rate. Typically, Veterans see a COLA increase in their benefits each year.
Yes. The new 2.5% COLA increase will raise Veterans’ monthly disability benefits. A Veteran with a 100% rating and no dependents will see an extra $93.45 each month. This brings their total monthly compensation to $3,831.30. By comparison, the same Veteran in 2024 received $3,737.85 per month.
Veterans with disabilities may use the 2025 VA Disability Pay Rates below to get an idea about how much financial assistance they may be eligible to receive. Visit our VA Disability Calculator to learn more. Please note that the numbers found on this page are only estimates and the actual payment amounts may vary.
Effective December 31, 2024
10% – 20% No Dependents
| PERCENTAGE | RATE |
| 10% | $175.51 |
| 20% | $346.95 |
30% – 60% With Children
| DEPENDENT STATUS | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% |
| Veteran with Spouse and Child | $648.45 | $922.18 | $1,287.07 | $1,617.96 |
| Veteran with Child Only | $579.36 | $830.91 | $1,172.35 | $1,481.03 |
| Veteran with Spouse, One Parent and Child | $699.02 | $990.02 | $1,372.18 | $1,720.33 |
| Veteran with Spouse, Two Parents and Child | $749.59 | $1,057.86 | $1,457.29 | $1,822.72 |
| Veteran with One Parent and Child | $629.93 | $898.74 | $1,257.47 | $1,583.42 |
| Veteran with Two Parents and Child | $680.51 | $966.59 | $1,342.59 | $1,685.80 |
| Add for Each Additional Child Under Age 18 | $30.83 | $41.94 | $53.03 | $62.90 |
| Each Additional Schoolchild Over Age 18 (A) | $102.39 | $136.92 | $170.22 | $204.75 |
| Additional for A/A Spouse (B) | $59.20 | $77.71 | $98.69 | $118.42 |
30% – 60% Without Children
| DEPENDENT STATUS | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% |
| Veteran Alone | $537.43 | $774.15 | $1,102.05 | $1,395.93 |
| Veteran with Spouse Only | $600.33 | $859.27 | $1,208.13 | $1,522.98 |
| Veteran with Spouse & One Parent | $650.91 | $927.11 | $1,293.23 | $1,625.35 |
| Veteran with Spouse & Two Parents | $701.48 | $994.96 | $1,378.35 | $1,727.74 |
| Veteran with One Parent | $588.00 | $842.00 | $1,187.16 | $1,498.31 |
| Veteran with Two Parents | $638.58 | $909.84 | $1,272.27 | $1,600.68 |
| Additional for A/A Spouse (B) | $59.20 | $77.71 | $98.69 | $118.42 |
70% – 100% With Children
| DEPENDENT STATUS | 70% | 80% | 90% | 100% |
| Veteran with Spouse and Child | $2,018.20 | $2,340.94 | $2,631.00 | $4,201.35 |
| Veteran with Child Only | $1,859.09 | $2,158.37 | $2,426.25 | $3,974.14 |
| Veteran with Spouse, One Parent and Child | $2,137.86 | $2,477.86 | $2,785.19 | $4,372.77 |
| Veteran with Spouse, Two Parents and Child | $2,257.51 | $2,614.76 | $2,939.37 | $4,544.20 |
| Veteran with One Parent and Child | $1,978.74 | $2,295.29 | $2,580.43 | $4,145.58 |
| Veteran with Two Parents and Child | $2,098.39 | $2,432.21 | $2,734.62 | $4,317.01 |
| Add for Each Additional Child Under Age 18 | $74.02 | $83.88 | $94.98 | $106.14 |
| Each Additional Schoolchild Over Age 18 (A) | $239.30 | $273.83 | $308.37 | $342.86 |
| Additional for A/A Spouse (B) | $136.92 | $156.65 | $176.39 | $195.91 |
70% – 100% Without Children
| DEPENDENT STATUS | 70% | 80% | 90% | 100% |
| Veteran Alone | $1,759.18 | $2,044.90 | $2,297.96 | $3,831.30 |
| Veteran with Spouse Only | $1,908.43 | $2,215.12 | $2,489.15 | $4,044.91 |
| Veteran with Spouse & One Parent | $2,028.08 | $2,352.04 | $2,643.33 | $4,216.35 |
| Veteran with Spouse and Two Parents | $2,147.72 | $2,488.95 | $2,797.52 | $4,387.78 |
| Veteran with One Parent | $1,878.84 | $2,181.80 | $2,452.15 | $4,002.73 |
| Veteran with Two Parents | $1,998.48 | $2,318.72 | $2,606.34 | $4,174.15 |
| Additional for A/A Spouse (B) | $136.92 | $143.86 | $161.85 | $195.91 |
Several types of claims can apply to VA disability compensation. They may be based upon disabilities that existed and became intensified during military service, disabilities that arose during active military service, or disabilities that became worse after leaving service. These claims include:
Several types of claims can apply to VA disability compensation.
Veterans who are within 180 days of separation or retirement from active duty or National Guard duty can file claims for disability.
People may enter military service with a disability. If this becomes worse during military service, the VA may be required to pay compensation.
These include claims based on disabilities that are due to an injury or a disease that occurred during active duty. Claims related to alcohol abuse or addictions to drugs are generally excluded.
This includes claims for disabilities that are service-related, even though the disability occurred after service.
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