50% VA Disability Rating
Two 50% ratings combine to 75, which rounds to 80% — never 100%. This is the rating VA Math confusion shows up most often.
Veteran alone$1,132.90/month
With spouse$1,241.90/month
What 50% unlocks
- Meaningful increase in monthly compensation
- Common ceiling for PTSD before occupational/social impairment criteria for 70% are met
Common combinations that reach 50%
- PTSD (occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability)
- Major depressive disorder