Advanced VA Disability Calculator
Calculate your combined VA rating with body-specific disability options
Enter Your Disability Ratings
Dependents Information
Your Estimated VA Benefits
Combined Disability Rating: 0%
Estimated Monthly Payment
$0
Base Rate: $0
Dependents Allowance: $0
Bilateral Factor: $0
Aid & Attendance: $0
You may qualify for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) due to your combined ratings or specific conditions. Contact a VA specialist for details.
VA Disability Calculator: Essential FAQs (2024)
Understanding VA Disability Ratings
Q: How does the VA calculate combined disability ratings?
A: The VA uses a special formula that accounts for your remaining able-bodied percentage after each disability. They:
- Sort your conditions from highest to lowest percentage
- Apply each subsequent rating to your remaining healthy percentage
- Add bilateral factors if applicable
- Round to the nearest 10%
Q: Why isn't my combined rating just the sum of my individual ratings?
A: VA math follows "whole person theory" - you can't be more than 100% disabled. Each new rating applies only to what's left of your healthy capacity.
Using the Calculator
Q: What makes your calculator better than others?
A: Our tool:
✓ Automatically detects bilateral conditions
✓ Includes 2024 compensation rates
✓ Calculates dependent allowances
✓ Flags potential Special Monthly Compensation eligibility
Q: How accurate is the calculator?
A: It uses official VA formulas, but only the VA can provide final ratings. Most veterans find our estimates within 5-10% of their official rating.
Bilateral Conditions
Q: What counts as a bilateral condition?
A: Any matched pair of disabilities affecting:
• Arms (left + right)
• Legs (left + right)
• Hands, feet, knees, eyes, or ears
Q: How does the bilateral factor work?
A: The VA adds 10% of your combined bilateral ratings before final rounding. Example:
30% left knee + 20% right knee = 50%
10% of 50% = 5% bonus
Dependents & Additional Benefits
Q: How much extra will I get for my spouse/children?
A: For 2024 (30%+ ratings):
• Spouse: +61/month•Spouse+1child:+61/month•Spouse+1child:+93/month
• Each additional child: +$30/month
Q: What's Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)?
A: Extra benefits for:
• Loss/loss of use of limbs
• Severe disabilities requiring aid
• Being housebound
Common Concerns
Q: Can my rating be reduced?
A: Yes, if:
• Your condition improves (rare)
• You miss re-examinations
• Fraud is discovered
Q: What if I disagree with my rating?
A: You can:
- File for reconsideration
- Submit new evidence
- Appeal the decision
Need More Help?
Try our VA Disability Calculator for a personalized estimate or consult a VA-accredited representative for claim assistance.