Vet Pay Chart2026 VA disability COLA: 2.8%
The official rates are effective December 1, 2025.
What changed for a veteran alone
| Rating | 2025 | 2026 | Monthly increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | $175.51 | $180.42 | $4.91 |
| 20% | $346.95 | $356.66 | $9.71 |
| 30% | $537.42 | $552.47 | $15.05 |
| 40% | $774.16 | $795.84 | $21.68 |
| 50% | $1,102.04 | $1,132.90 | $30.86 |
| 60% | $1,395.93 | $1,435.02 | $39.09 |
| 70% | $1,759.19 | $1,808.45 | $49.26 |
| 80% | $2,044.89 | $2,102.15 | $57.26 |
| 90% | $2,297.96 | $2,362.30 | $64.34 |
| 100% | $3,831.30 | $3,938.58 | $107.28 |
Use VA’s published amounts for final pay. Multiplying a prior rate by the COLA can differ from the official result because dependent amounts and statutory components have their own rounding.
Sources for this page
Retrieved September 30, 2026. Published VA rates, official rules and eligibility terms control.