2025 VA Disability Payment Schedule

If you receive Department of Veterans Affairs disability payments, then for 2025, you received a 2.5% raise in your benefits.

EXAMPLE: 

2025 VA COLA Increase for a Single Veteran With No Dependents

The 2025 pay rates in this chart—including the changes in compensation over the years, for comparison—are for a single veteran with no dependents based on the 2.5% cost of living adjustment.

Combined VA Rating	2025 VA Disability Pay Rates	2024 VA Compensation Rates	2023 Compensation Rates
10%	$175.51	$171.23	$165.92
20%	$346.95	$338.49	$327.99
30%	$537.42	$524.31	$508.05
40%	$774.16	$755.28	$731.86
50%	$1,102.04	$1,075.16	$1,041.82
60%	$1,395.93	$1,361.88	$1,319.65
70%	$1,759.19	$1,716.27	$1,663.06
80%	$2,044.89	$1,995.01	$1,933.15
90%	$2,297.96	$2,241.91	$2,172.39
100%	$3,831.30	$3,737.85	$3,621.95

 

 

But what are the dates you’ll receive those monthly checks? Disability benefit payments for a particular month are paid on the first business day of the following month. When the first day of that month falls on a non-business day or a holiday, VA benefits will be paid on the last business day of the preceding month. Here is the VA disability payment schedule for 2025 to help you plan your finances.

2025 VA Disability Payment Schedule

The following are the payment dates for VA disability benefits in 2025:

• January 2025 – January 2
• February 2025 – February 3
• March 2025 – March 3
• April 2025 – April 1
• May 2025 – May 1
• June 2025 – June 2
• July 2025 – July 1
• August 2025 – August 1
• September 2025 – September 2
• October 2025 – October 1
• November 2025 – November 3
• December 2025 – December 1

What are the Monthly VA Payment Benefits?

VA Disability Pay or Disability Compensation is a tax-free monthly payment given to veterans with a service-related disability and an “other than dishonorable” discharge. Eligible veterans may qualify for a tax-free, monthly benefit ranging from $165 to over $3,600. Learn more about applying for VA disability pay and benefits.

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax-free monthly benefit for some surviving family members of veterans. It is paid to eligible survivors of a military member who died while on active duty, a veteran whose death was the result of a service-connected injury or disease, or a veteran whose death wasn’t related to their service but who was rated as permanently and totally disabled by VA. Learn more about DIC payments.

Veterans and Survivors Pension Compensation

The Veterans and Survivors Pension compensations are paid to eligible low-income veterans or their surviving family members. Learn more about the veterans pension and the survivors pension.

Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)

Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) is a tax-free monthly payment given in addition to VA disability pay to eligible veterans who suffered the loss of or loss of use of specific organs or extremities due to service. Read more about Special Monthly Compensation.

Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits

Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits are tax-free benefits paid in addition to monthly VA disability to cover the cost of in-house care, nursing home care, and assisted living. Read more about Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits.

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Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for informational purposes only. It is not intended as legal, financial, or medical advice. Please consult with the appropriate professionals for advice tailored to your specific circumstances. VeteransBenefitsHub.com is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs and does not provide official VA services or guarantees. The payment schedule may vary depending on individual circumstances, and we encourage you to check the official VA website or contact the VA directly for confirmation.