The Department of Veterans Affairs typically updates monthly disability compensation payments every year. The rate of the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) varies each year but is consistent with the annual adjustments made by the Social Security Administration. Despite the annual updates to the amounts, the dates of payment remain relatively consistent.

Veterans should receive their VA disability payments on the first business day of each month. Holidays and weekends may push this date forward or backward, but the VA issues payments around that time each month. If you are one of the many veterans who receive disability payments and want to know more about expected payment dates for 2025, continue reading for more information.

Expected VA Disability Payment Dates for 2025

The cost-of-living adjustment for 2025 is 2.5%, so the benefit amount you received in 2024 will increase by this percentage. You should have already begun receiving this adjusted amount, as VA disability benefits are typically paid on the first business day of each month. As mentioned, payment dates may be adjusted to account for holidays in addition to weekends, and the anticipated payment schedule for 2025 is as follows:

  • January 31st
  • February 28th
  • April 1st
  • May 1st
  • May 30th
  • July 1st
  • August 1st
  • August 29th
  • October 1st
  • October 31st
  • December 1st
  • December 31st

If you have concerns about whether your monthly benefit accurately reflects your disability rating, contact the Law Office of Daniel Martin. We have been helping Tennessee veterans appeal their VA disability decisions for over 13 years. Our VA-accredited attorney has the experience and targeted skills you need when pursuing a rate increase or determination appeal. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

When Will I Receive VA Disability Back Pay in 2025?

If your claim was recently approved for VA disability benefits, you may have also been awarded retroactive benefits, also referred to as back pay. Many veterans receive their back pay in a single lump sum approximately 15 business days after their claim is approved. However, it could take 45 or more days if there are factors slowing down the process, such as VA administrative delays and work backlogs, errors in your banking information, or complex case details.

2025 VA Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Single Veterans Without Dependents

Disability payments are primarily based on disability ratings, but other factors also impact total monthly amounts, including marital status and number of dependents. If you are a single veteran with no dependents, your benefit amount for 2025 will be as follows:

Combined VA Disability Rating 2025 Pay Rate 2024 Pay Rate
10% $175.51 $171.23
20% $346.95 $338.49
30% $537.42 $524.31
40% $774.16 $755.28
50% $1,102.04 $1,075.16
60% $1,395.93 $1,361.88
70% $1,759.19 $1,716.27
80% $2,044.89 $1,995.01
90% $2,297.96 $2,241.91
100% $3,831.30 $3,737.85

For veterans with one or more qualifying dependents and a rating of 30% or higher, additional compensation may be available. Qualifying dependents include spouses, children under 18 years old, children between 18 and 23 years old who are attending school, and dependent parents.

Contact a VA-Accredited Attorney to Schedule a Free Consultation

Veterans in Tennessee rely on the Law Office of Daniel Martin to provide skilled representation in their VA disability appeals cases. Let us help you fight for the disability benefits you deserve. Contact our office to schedule your free consultation.