New Va Compensation Rates 2025 Increase. 2025 va disability pay rates to increase by 2.5%. How much will va benefits increase in 2025?

The 2025 va special monthly compensation (smc) rates have been officially updated with a 2.5% cost of living adjustment (cola), effective december 1, 2024, with payments starting on january 1, 2025. Effective december 1, 2024, the 2025 va disability pay rates will reflect a 2.5% increase, as announced by the social security.