As of December 1, 2024, the 2025 VA disability pay rates will be showing a 2.5 percent increase as confirmed and announced most recently by the Social security administration on 10TH October 2024, The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). COLA raises are very important for veterans who depend on these payments because it helps adjust the benefits that they receive for inflation. In case you are curious about the percentage increase in your payments, the tables below provide relevant information corresponding to various disability ratings and dependent categories.
What is COLA?
The cost of living adjustment is made for the benefits of veterans to ensure that they do not lose value due to inflation. This adjustment is announced every year by the Social Security Administration, and it affects the payments issued to veterans with disability. For 2025, veterans can expect a 2.5% increase in their payments effective from December 1, 2024. The finalized rates will be released at that time, but the following estimates give a good idea of what you can expect based on your disability rating and whether or not you have dependents.
30% – 60% Disability Without Children
For all the veterans whose disability percentage rating ranges from thirty and sixty without children, the monthly payment differs due to one’s dependent status. If you are a single veteran with no dependent, the monthly benefit will be $537.42 at a 30% disability rating and $1,395.93 at a 60% disability rating.
“A/A Spouse” means the spouse is entitled to extra compensation for pain or suffering and assistance provided. For instance, unless they’re married to a spouse who is in need of care, a 60% disabled veteran would receive $116.85 in addition to the normal rate.
70% – 100% Disability Without Children
Veterans with higher disability ratings (70% to 100%) receive larger monthly payments. A single veteran with a 70% disability rating will receive $1,759.19, while a 100% disabled veteran will receive $3,831.30.
A veteran with a 100% disability rating, a spouse, and two dependent parents will receive $4,387.79 per month. This rate increases even further if the spouse requires aid and attendance, adding an extra $195.92 per month.
70% – 100% Disability With Children
For veterans with children, the payments increase. A veteran with a 100% disability rating, a spouse, and one child will receive $4,201.34 per month.
If you have additional children, you will receive $106.14 for each child under 18. For older children attending school, the additional amount is higher, at $342.85.
Final Thoughts
The following tables assist in outlining the anticipations in the pay rate for veterans with a disability for the year 2025. If you are a veteran and single without dependents or with dependents, your compensation will adjust in accordance with the 2.5% COLA increase, which takes effect from December 2024. Always keep in mind that any change in the situation on your part may affect the amount you will receive. It is advisable to contact your Veterans Services Officer (VSO) for help with the claims process.
