Free VA Disability Rating Calculator

This calculator estimates your combined VA disability rating using the same remainder-based method VA describes publicly, then looks up 2026 monthly compensation based on dependents. It helps you practice scenarios before you talk with an accredited representative.

What the calculator does

You tap disability percentages, label paired arms or legs when needed, and add dependents. The tool combines ratings, rounds to the nearest ten percent, and shows an estimated monthly payment when rate tables load. Everything runs client side except the small data fetch for official numbers.

How VA combined ratings work (short version)

VA combines disabilities by applying each rating to the healthy capacity that remains after the previous rating. It is not simple addition. When both arms or both legs are involved, a bilateral step runs before the rest. For a full walkthrough with examples, read the VA combined ratings guide.

Key features

  • Bilateral factor support for paired extremities.
  • Automatic rounding to the nearest ten percent.
  • Multiple disabilities in any order you enter (sorting happens in logic).
  • Dependent fields that mirror common VA table scenarios.

Try the calculator

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1. Enter Your Disability Ratings

Extremity:

Your Disabilities:

No disabilities added yet.
    How VA math works
    VA does not simply add your disability percentages. Instead, they use a combined ratings formula that starts with your highest rating and works downward using your remaining capacity. If you have disabilities affecting both arms or both legs, a bilateral factor is applied (10% extra before combining with other ratings).

    2. Add Your Dependents

    Help

    Compensation estimate (2026)

    Add a rating to see your estimate
    Results appear after you enter at least one disability percentage.

    Manual math versus the tool

    Doing math on paper still works if you enjoy the practice. The risk is a small slip on a remainder step or a missed bilateral pair. The calculator repeats the same rules every time so you can compare hand calculations to a second source. Always double-check against VA.gov when something material is on the line.

    Condition pages such as knee conditions and lower back pain explain how individual ratings are evaluated. For filing strategy, see how to file a VA disability claim.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal or medical advice. Rating criteria are summarized from publicly available 38 CFR regulations. Consult a Veterans Service Officer (VSO) or VA-accredited attorney for advice on your specific claim.