VASRD 5286 · Musculoskeletal / Spine
Ankylosis of the Spine at 40% VA Disability Rating
Mild stiffness with straight posture
40%: single veteran, no dependents
$795.84
$9,550.08/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 40%
Favorable ankylosis
40% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Ankylosis of the Spine rated at 40%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $795.84 |
| With spouse | $882.84 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $947.84 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $990.84 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $853.84 |
Higher tier
50% Ankylosis of the Spine
$1,132.90 /mo single
Common questions about 40% for Ankylosis of the Spine
- How much does a 40% VA rating for Ankylosis of the Spine pay?
- A single veteran rated 40% for Ankylosis of the Spine receives $795.84 per month ($9,550.08/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 $947.84.
- What does it take to get a 40% rating for Ankylosis of the Spine?
- Favorable ankylosis
- What's the difference between 40% and 50% for Ankylosis of the Spine?
- 40%: Mild stiffness with straight posture 50%: Fused spine without major posture change
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 40%?
- Yes. If a condition like Chronic Pain is service-connected as secondary to Ankylosis of the Spine, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 40% alone.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Ankylosis of the Spine are on the main condition page.
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