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VA Back Pay Estimator
Estimate your retroactive VA disability compensation lump sum from your effective date to today.
Disclaimer: This uses 2024 VA rates and is an estimate only. Actual back pay depends on your exact effective date, dependent changes over time, and VA processing. Always verify with VA or an accredited VSO.
2024 Monthly Rate for 50%
$1,075/mo
Tax-free
Dependents
Children under 18
0
Children 18+ in approved school
+$131/mo each (flat rate, any rating)
0
Dependent parents
0, 1, or 2
0
The date VA assigned your rating — or the date you filed your claim (Intent to File counts)
2024 Rate Table — Current Dependent Selection
| Rating | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $171 | $2,052 |
| 20% | $338 | $4,056 |
| 30% | $524 | $6,288 |
| 40% | $755 | $9,060 |
| 50% | $1,075 | $12,900 |
| 60% | $1,361 | $16,332 |
| 70% | $1,716 | $20,592 |
| 80% | $1,995 | $23,940 |
| 90% | $2,241 | $26,892 |
| 100% | $3,737 | $44,844 |
Rates effective December 1, 2023 (3.2% COLA). Rates for 10% and 20% are the same regardless of dependents. Add-ons for additional children, school-age children, parents, and spouse A&A included.
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