VA Disability Rating Calculator (Combined)

This calculator helps veterans determine their combined VA disability rating when they have multiple service-connected conditions, utilizing the VA's specific 'bilateral factor' method. Understanding your combined rating is crucial as it directly impacts your monthly compensation, with 2026 rates reflecting the latest cost-of-living adjustments. For instance, a 100% disability rating in 2026 could provide over $3,800 monthly for a single veteran, highlighting the financial significance of accurate calculation.

The VA uses a 'Combined Rating Table' and a specific rounding methodology to integrate multiple disability percentages. This calculator applies the 'bilateral factor' where applicable: if you have disabilities affecting both sides of your body (e.g., both knees, both ears), an additional 10% is added to the combined rating of those specific bilateral conditions before further combination. The combined rating is then rounded to the nearest 10%, with 5% or higher rounding up.

A common mistake is simply adding disability percentages; the VA's combined rating system is not additive and always starts with the highest rating. Ensure you correctly identify if your conditions qualify for the bilateral factor, as this can significantly increase your final rating. Remember that the VA rounds to the nearest 10%, so a 74% combined rating becomes 70%, while a 75% rating becomes 80%.