VA Disability Pay Is Rising in 2026 — What the COLA Increase Means for Your Monthly Check

VA Disability Pay Is Rising in 2026 — What the COLA Increase Means for Your Monthly Check

Veterans are entering 2026 with a confirmed increase in monthly disability compensation. The updated VA Disability Pay Rates reflect the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), a change that matters as inflation continues to affect housing, food, healthcare, and daily expenses. For millions of veterans, the adjustment brings slightly higher payments without requiring any action. What changed … Read more