VA Disability Compensation (10%)
Tax-free monthly disability compensation payment.
Federal BenefitMonthly Compensation
Verified May 12, 2026 against va.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Monthly Compensation — Federal
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 10% or higher
- Estimated value
- $180.42/month
- Where it applies
- United States
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is VA Disability Compensation (10%)?
VA Disability Compensation (10%) is a federal monthly compensation benefit for veterans. Tax-free monthly disability compensation payment. Requires 10%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $180.42/month.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must have a combined disability rating of 10% from the VA.
What VA Disability Compensation (10%) covers
Payment
$180.42/month (2026 rate effective Dec 1, 2025, single veteran with no dependents). This amount is tax-free at both federal and state levels.
COLA
Rates are adjusted annually based on the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).
Additional compensation for dependents begins at the 30% rating level.
How to apply for VA Disability Compensation (10%)
How to apply
File a disability claim online at va.gov, through a VSO, or at your local VA Regional Office.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- va.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about VA Disability Compensation (10%)
Who qualifies for VA Disability Compensation (10%)?
VA Disability Compensation (10%) is for Veterans; requires 10%+ VA disability rating. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for VA Disability Compensation (10%)?
Requires 10%+ VA disability rating.
How much is VA Disability Compensation (10%) worth?
The listed value is $180.42/month. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for VA Disability Compensation (10%)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify VA Disability Compensation (10%)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Federal Monthly Compensation
- VA Disability Compensation (20%)$356.66/monthTax-free monthly disability compensation payment.
- VA Disability Compensation (30%)$552.47/monthTax-free monthly disability compensation payment.
- Dependent AllowanceAdditional monthly payment to the veteran for qualifying dependents.
- VA Disability Compensation (40%)$795.84/monthTax-free monthly disability compensation payment.