2027 COLA Increase: What It Means for VA Disability Benefits
The increase will apply to more than 6 million veterans nationwide who currently get Veterans Affairs disability compensation.
In 2027, veterans receiving disability compensation from the VA can anticipate a 3.6% increase in their monthly benefits, according to the latest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) update from the Social Security Administration (SSA). This adjustment is higher than the 2.8% increase provided for 2026, marking the largest annual rise since 2023.
The increase applies to over 6 million veterans nationwide who currently receive VA disability compensation. The COLA is tied to VA disability compensation adjustments, although the corresponding boost still requires congressional approval. The VA has not yet published its official 2027 payment tables. To receive the increased benefits, veterans rated from 10% to 100% will see their payments rise accordingly, with higher-rated veterans experiencing a more substantial increase. Payments typically become effective on December 1, following Congressional approval.
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