Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)
$2,500 annual payment for 100% disabled veterans, parents of deceased veterans, and unremarried surviving spouses.
State BenefitMassachusettsMonthly Compensation
Verified September 30, 2026 against mass.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Monthly Compensation — Massachusetts
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- $2,500/year
- Where it applies
- Massachusetts
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)?
Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year) is a Massachusetts monthly compensation benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. $2,500 annual payment for 100% disabled veterans, parents of deceased veterans, and unremarried surviving spouses. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $2,500/year.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Massachusetts residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran with 100% VA service-connected disability rating; OR Gold Star Parent; OR Gold Star (surviving) spouse. Discharge under conditions other than dishonorable. Must be a Massachusetts resident. Applications must be received by EOVS by June 30.
What Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year) covers
Covers
$2,500 per year, paid as a single annual payment in August beginning August 2025 (transition: a $1,250 partial payment was issued in February 2025). Increased from $2,000 under the HERO Act -- the first increase in 17 years.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)
How to apply
Apply online through EOVS, through your local VSO, by email (VetsAnnuity@Mass.Gov), by phone (617-210-5480), or by mail.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- mass.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 Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)
Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)?
Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year) is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; massachusetts residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year) worth?
The listed value is $2,500/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)?
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 Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)?
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 Massachusetts Monthly Compensation
- Chapter 115 Veterans' Benefits (Safety Net Program)Means-tested financial assistance for food, shelter, clothing, fuel, medical care, and behavioral health.
- Massachusetts Veterans' Wartime Service Bonus$500-$1,000 (GWOT); other bonuses varyOne-time bonus payments for veterans who served during wartime periods or combat operations.