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2026 VA disability compensation calculator

Estimate a combined schedular rating and monthly compensation using rates effective December 1, 2025. This tool is educational and is not an official VA calculation or benefit decision.

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Combine disability ratings

Enter each individual disability rating. VA combines ratings from highest to lowest using the remaining “whole person.”

Raw combined value50%
Rounded combined rating50%

Monthly compensation

Estimate 2026 payment

Estimated monthly payment$1,132.90About $13,594.80 per year
Important: This estimate covers basic schedular disability compensation only and does not apply the bilateral factor. It may not account for SMC, unemployability, offsets, recoupment, apportionment, special circumstances, or VA calculation differences. Confirm current amounts on VA.gov.

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