100% VA Disability Pay: Monthly Rates and 2027 Estimate
100% VA disability rates with dependents
| Dependent status | Monthly (current) | Per year | From Dec 1, 2026 Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veteran alone | $3,938.58 | $47,262.96 | $4,080.36 |
| With spouse | $4,158.17 | $49,898.04 | $4,307.86 |
| Spouse + 1 parent | $4,334.41 | $52,012.92 | $4,490.44 |
| Spouse + 2 parents | $4,510.65 | $54,127.80 | $4,673.03 |
| With 1 parent | $4,114.82 | $49,377.84 | $4,262.95 |
| With 2 parents | $4,291.06 | $51,492.72 | $4,445.53 |
| With 1 child | $4,085.43 | $49,025.16 | $4,232.50 |
| Spouse + 1 child | $4,318.99 | $51,827.88 | $4,474.47 |
| Spouse, child, 1 parent | $4,495.23 | $53,942.76 | $4,657.05 |
| Spouse, child, 2 parents | $4,671.47 | $56,057.64 | $4,839.64 |
| Child + 1 parent | $4,261.67 | $51,140.04 | $4,415.09 |
| Child + 2 parents | $4,437.91 | $53,254.92 | $4,597.67 |
Added amounts at 100%
| For each | Added per month |
|---|---|
| Additional child under 18 | $109.11 |
| Additional child over 18 in a school program | $352.45 |
| Spouse receiving Aid and Attendance | $201.41 |
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans disability compensation rates, effective December 1, 2025. Checked October 17, 2026. Unofficial copy for general information. Verify with va.gov.
What a 100% rating means
A 100% schedular rating is the highest standard rating. Some veterans rated lower are paid at the 100% rate through individual unemployability; special monthly compensation can pay more than 100% for certain losses.
Unofficial estimates for general information only. Not financial, tax or legal advice. Your actual pay, allowances and benefits are set by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Always verify with the official source.
Questions
How much is 100% VA disability per month?
A veteran rated 100% with no dependents gets $3,938.58 a month ($47,262.96 a year) at the rates effective December 1, 2025. With a spouse and one child it is $4,318.99.
What will 100% VA disability pay in 2027?
If the 3.6% cost-of-living increase is applied on December 1, 2026, 100% with no dependents would be about $4,080.36 a month. This is an estimate until VA publishes the new tables.
Does 100% VA disability pay more with dependents?
Yes. From 30% up, VA adds an amount for a spouse, children and dependent parents. At 100%, each additional child under 18 adds $109.11 and a spouse who needs Aid and Attendance adds $201.41 a month.