2024 VA Disability Rates
The 2024 disability rates for veterans with a 10% or higher disability rating are based on the Social Security Administration’s 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment increase. Monthly payments amounts, which depend on number of dependents, increased by an average of 3.2% from 2023 rates. The new rates went into effect on December 1, 2024.
2024 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Disability Rates
As of 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) distributes disability compensation to over 5 million veterans across the United States. Veterans with a minimum 10% disability rating qualify for an increase of about 3.2% in their monthly payments for the current year. The 2024 VA Disability rates were approved in October 2023, with the adjustments officially taking effect on December 1, 2023.
You may receive monthly VA disability payments if you develop an illness or injury during or as a result of your military service. The tax-free compensation ranges from about $171 to $4,400 and adjusts yearly for inflation, rising consumer goods, and increasing gas prices. The VA considers other factors like dependents when determining the rate. Find a breakdown of the 2024 VA disability rates using the table below.
10% to 20% Rating Monthly Compensation
The VA assigns disability rates between 0% and 100% in increments of 10%. They are based on the severity of your disability and consideration of evidence submitted in your claim, including results from medical tests and military records. VA disability ratings of 10% to 20% are common among veterans and are not impacted by number of dependents.
10% to 20% 2024 VA Disability Rating Monthly Payment
The VA may assign you a rating of up to 20% if your service resulted in one or more health issues that hinder your ability to work. These conditions could include tinnitus, skin conditions, Agent Orange exposure, chronic back pain, breathing problems, severe hearing loss, painful scarring, or loss of range of motion.
| Disability Rating | Monthly compensation amount (USD) |
| 10% | $171.23 |
| 20% | $338.49 |
30% to 60% Compensation Rates
If you possess a disability rating of 30% or higher, the VA disability compensation includes dependent spouses, children, and parents. About 1.2 million veterans and their families currently receive compensation for a disability rating between 30% and 60%. The most common service-related injuries resulting in this rating include migraines (30%), sleep apnea (50%), gastroesophageal reflux disease (30%), and irritable bowel syndrome (30%).
Veterans With a Dependent Spouse or Parent and No Children
Veterans with a 30% to 60% disability range typically receive monthly payments ranging from about $524 to $1,686, depending on the number of dependents. The monthly disability payment increases with the number of dependents.
| Dependent Status | 30% rating compensation in USD | 40% rating compensation in USD | 50% rating compensation in USD | 60% rating compensation in USD |
| Veteran alone | $524.31 | $755.28 | $1,075.16 | $1,361.88 |
| With dependent spouse | $586.31 | $838.28 | $1,179.16 | $1,486.88 |
| With dependent spouse and 1 parent | $636.31 | $904.28 | $1,262.16 | $1,586.88 |
| With dependent spouse and 2 parents | $686.31 | $970.28 | $1,345.16 | $1,686.88 |
| With 1 parent only | $574.31 | $821.28 | $1,158.16 | $1,461.88 |
| With 2 parents (no spouse) | $624.31 | $887.28 | $1,241.16 | $1,561.88 |
2024 VA Disability Rates With Dependents (Including Children)
Veterans with dependents receive slightly higher VA disability payments to adjust for additional financial responsibilities that come with supporting family members. The VA adjusts the compensation rates depending on your rating and how many dependents you have.
| Dependent Status | 30% rating compensation in USD | 40% rating compensation in USD | 50% rating compensation in USD | 60% rating compensation in USD |
| Veteran with 1 child only | $565.31 | $810.28 | $1,144.16 | $1,444.88 |
| With 1 child and spouse | $632.31 | $899.28 | $1,255.16 | $1,577.88 |
| With 1 child, spouse, and 1 parent | $682.31 | $965.28 | $1,338.16 | $1,677.88 |
| With 1 child, spouse, and 2 parents | $732.31 | $1,031.28 | $1,421.16 | $1,777.88 |
| With 1 child and 1 parent (no spouse) | $615.31 | $876.28 | $1,227.16 | $1,544.88 |
| With 1 child and 2 parents (no spouse) | $665.31 | $942.28 | $1,310.16 | $1,644.88 |
Additional 2024 VA Disability Rates For Veterans With a Dependent Spouse or Parent
Some veterans receive additional payments for their disability. View below the 30% to 60% rating payments for veterans with spouses eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefits.
| Dependent Status | 30% rating compensation in USD | 40% rating compensation in USD | 50% rating compensation in USD | 60% rating compensation in USD |
| Spouse receives Aid and Attendance | $57.00 | $76.00 | $95.00 | $114.00 |
| Each additional child under age 18 | $31.00 | $41.00 | $51.00 | $62.00 |
| Each additional child over age 18 in a qualifying school program | $100.00 | $133.00 | $167.00 | $200.00 |
70% to 100% Compensation Rates
According to data collected in 2022, over 2 million veterans living with service-related disabilities qualified for compensation rates of 70% or higher. Veterans suffering from service-related conditions such as PTSD, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and other mental health issues may qualify for a rating between 70% and 100%. Similarly, terminal cancers, physical issues, including chronic back pain, breathing problems, severe hearing loss, or a significant decrease in range of motion may result in a higher disability rating.
2024 VA Disability Rates For Veterans With a Dependent Spouse or Parent and No Children
The range of compensation is typically determined by your ability to work and the long-term impact of your condition, whether you do or do not have dependents. As your rate increases, so does your compensation. The average compensation payment for veterans with no dependents and a 70% disability rating increased to $1,716.28, compared to the 2023 VA disability payment of $1,663.06.
| Dependent Status | 70% rating compensation in USD | 80% rating compensation in USD | 90% rating compensation in USD | 100% rating compensation in USD |
| Veteran alone | $1,716.28 | $1,995.01 | $2,241.91 | $3,737.85 |
| With dependent spouse | $1,861.28 | $2,161.01 | $2,428.91 | $3,946.25 |
| With dependent spouse and 1 parent | $1,978.28 | $2,294.01 | $2,578.91 | $4,113.51 |
| With dependent spouse and 2 parents | $2,095.28 | $2,427.01 | $2,728.91 | $4,280.77 |
| With 1 parent only | $1,833.28 | $2,128.01 | $2,391.91 | $3,905.11 |
| With 2 parents (no spouse) | $1,950.28 | $2,261.01 | $2,541.91 | $4,072.37 |
Veterans With Dependents (Including Children)
Veterans with a rating between 70% and 100% with children and/or other dependents typically receive the highest payments from the government. Terminal conditions such as mesothelioma, a cancer often caused by asbestos exposure during military service, qualify for a 100% disability rating, resulting in a monthly payment of $3,737.85.
| Dependent Status | 70% rating compensation in USD | 80% rating compensation in USD | 90% rating compensation in USD | 100% rating compensation in USD |
| Veteran with 1 child only | $1,813.28 | $2,106.01 | $2,366.91 | $3,877.22 |
| With 1 child and spouse | $1,968.28 | $2,283.01 | $2,565.91 | $4,098.87 |
| With 1 child, spouse, and 1 parent | $2,085.28 | $2,416.01 | $2,715.91 | $4,266.13 |
| With 1 child, spouse, and 2 parents | $2,202.28 | $2,549.01 | $2,865.91 | $4,433.39 |
| With 1 child and 1 parent (no spouse) | $1,930.28 | $2,239.01 | $2,516.91 | $4,044.48 |
| With 1 child and 2 parents (no spouse) | $2,047.28 | $2,372.01 | $2,666.91 | $4,211.74 |
Additional Amounts For Veterans With a Dependent Spouse or Parent – Updated 2024 VA Disability Rates
View the table below for the 70% to 100% rating payments for veterans with spouses receiving additional benefits. The Aid and Attendance payment at a 100% disability rating increased to $191.41 from the 2022 VA disability payment of $170.38.
| Dependent Status | 70% rating compensation in USD | 80% rating compensation in USD | 90% rating compensation in USD | 100% rating compensation in USD |
| Spouse receives Aid and Attendance | 134.00 | $153.00 | $172.00 | $191.14 |
| Each additional child under age 18 | $72.00 | $82.00 | $93.00 | $103.55 |
| Each additional child over age 18 in a qualifying school program | $234.00 | $267.00 | $301.00 | $334.49 |
Veterans with mesothelioma can seek legal help without losing their benefits.
Claim Filing Process to Receive 2024 VA Disability Rates
Filing for VA disability compensation involves a systematic process. First, you will need to gather important documentation, including your military and medical records, discharge papers (DD214), and any supporting evidence of your service-related disability. In the meantime, establish an online account on the VA’s platform, eBenefits. Here, you will fill out an application for disability compensation, complete the VA form 21-526EZ, submit your claim, and track the status.
During the application process, you will need to undergo a medical exam, known as the Compensation and Pension (C&P) at a VA medical facility or another participating location. The information gathered during this exam helps the VA determine the severity of your injury, which, in turn, influences your assigned disability rating. You will receive a notification from the VA once they make their decision.
The process of gathering evidence and other important information your claim needs can be tricky. Take the first step towards accessing the benefits you’ve earned. Reach out to us for expert guidance and resources to support you in navigating the VA disability process or to learn about securing legal compensation for your injury.