VASRD 5208 · Musculoskeletal System
Ankylosis of the elbow at 50% VA Disability Rating
Fixed flexion between 70 and 50 degrees
50%: single veteran, no dependents
$1,132.90
$13,594.80/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
50% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Ankylosis of the elbow rated at 50%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $1,132.90 |
| With spouse | $1,241.90 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $1,322.90 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $1,376.90 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $1,205.90 |
Lower tier
30% Ankylosis of the elbow
$552.47 /mo single
Higher tier
60% Ankylosis of the elbow
$1,435.02 /mo single
Common questions about 50% for Ankylosis of the elbow
- How much does a 50% VA rating for Ankylosis of the elbow pay?
- A single veteran rated 50% for Ankylosis of the elbow receives $1,132.90 per month ($13,594.80/year) under the 2026 VA rates, effective December 1, 2025. VA disability compensation is tax-free. With a spouse and one child, the monthly amount is $1,322.90.
- What does it take to get a 50% rating for Ankylosis of the elbow?
- Fixed flexion between 70 and 50 degrees
- What's the difference between 50% and 60% for Ankylosis of the elbow?
- 50%: Fixed flexion between 70 and 50 degrees 60%: Fixed flexion between 50 and 45 degrees
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 50%?
- Yes. If a condition like Loss of hand function is service-connected as secondary to Ankylosis of the elbow, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 50% alone.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Ankylosis of the elbow are on the main condition page.
View full Ankylosis of the elbow guide