70% VA Disability Pay: Monthly Rates and 2027 Estimate
70% VA disability rates with dependents
| Dependent status | Monthly (current) | Per year | From Dec 1, 2026 Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veteran alone | $1,808.45 | $21,701.40 | $1,873.55 |
| With spouse | $1,961.45 | $23,537.40 | $2,032.06 |
| Spouse + 1 parent | $2,084.45 | $25,013.40 | $2,159.49 |
| Spouse + 2 parents | $2,207.45 | $26,489.40 | $2,286.91 |
| With 1 parent | $1,931.45 | $23,177.40 | $2,000.98 |
| With 2 parents | $2,054.45 | $24,653.40 | $2,128.41 |
| With 1 child | $1,910.45 | $22,925.40 | $1,979.22 |
| Spouse + 1 child | $2,074.45 | $24,893.40 | $2,149.13 |
| Spouse, child, 1 parent | $2,197.45 | $26,369.40 | $2,276.55 |
| Spouse, child, 2 parents | $2,320.45 | $27,845.40 | $2,403.98 |
| Child + 1 parent | $2,033.45 | $24,401.40 | $2,106.65 |
| Child + 2 parents | $2,156.45 | $25,877.40 | $2,234.08 |
Added amounts at 70%
| For each | Added per month |
|---|---|
| Additional child under 18 | $76.00 |
| Additional child over 18 in a school program | $246.00 |
| Spouse receiving Aid and Attendance | $141.00 |
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 70% rating means
A 70% rating is a high combined rating. Veterans at 70% can sometimes be paid at the 100% rate through individual unemployability, which VA decides case by case.
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 70% VA disability per month?
A veteran rated 70% with no dependents gets $1,808.45 a month ($21,701.40 a year) at the rates effective December 1, 2025. With a spouse and one child it is $2,074.45.
What will 70% VA disability pay in 2027?
If the 3.6% cost-of-living increase is applied on December 1, 2026, 70% with no dependents would be about $1,873.55 a month. This is an estimate until VA publishes the new tables.
Does 70% VA disability pay more with dependents?
Yes. From 30% up, VA adds an amount for a spouse, children and dependent parents. At 70%, each additional child under 18 adds $76.00 and a spouse who needs Aid and Attendance adds $141.00 a month.