Estimate ratings, pay, and benefits

Use the VA Disability Calculator to estimate a combined rating and monthly compensation. For past payments, use the Back Pay Calculator. Rate tables, Special Monthly Compensation resources, and benefit guides answer different financial questions. Estimates depend on your inputs and do not establish eligibility or an award.

VA Disability Calculator

Combine ratings using VA math and estimate monthly compensation with dependents and what-if scenarios. Access: Free · No account needed.

VA Back Pay Calculator

Enter an effective date and rating details to estimate retroactive compensation. Access: Free · No account needed.

2026 VA Disability Pay Rates

Read monthly compensation tables by rating and dependent status. Access: Free.

Understand Rating Increases

Read about rating reviews and the evidence used to document a change in severity. Access: Free guide.

Benefits Analyzer

Answer a benefits questionnaire and get potential benefit areas to research further. Access: Free.

Veteran Benefits Map

Find federal, state, and lesser-known programs in a searchable benefits hub. Access: Free.

SMC Tools Suite

Find Special Monthly Compensation screening, pay estimates, and evidence tools in one hub. Access: Free screening & calculator · Paid advanced tools.

SMC Eligibility Checker

Check possible Special Monthly Compensation criteria. Detailed guidance depends on your access. Access: Free basic results · SMC / Complete details.

SMC Compensation Calculator

Compare Special Monthly Compensation rates with dependent adjustments. Access: Free.

VA Rating Explorer

Explore rating criteria and possible condition connections for further research. Access: Free preview · Basic / Complete full access.

Which calculator should I use for VA disability pay?

Use the VA Disability Calculator for combined ratings and monthly pay estimates. Use the Back Pay Calculator for an estimate of past payments. Special Monthly Compensation has its own eligibility and calculation resources.

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