VASRD 7122 · Cardiovascular / Neurological
Cold Injury Residuals at 20% VA Disability Rating
Moderate symptoms
20%: single veteran, no dependents
$356.66
$4,279.92/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 20%
Pain, numbness, or cold sensitivity
20% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Cold Injury Residuals rated at 20%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $356.66 |
| With spouse | $356.66 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $356.66 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $356.66 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $356.66 |
Lower tier
10% Cold Injury Residuals
$180.42 /mo single
Higher tier
30% Cold Injury Residuals
$552.47 /mo single
Common questions about 20% for Cold Injury Residuals
- How much does a 20% VA rating for Cold Injury Residuals pay?
- A single veteran rated 20% for Cold Injury Residuals receives $356.66 per month ($4,279.92/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 $356.66.
- What does it take to get a 20% rating for Cold Injury Residuals?
- Pain, numbness, or cold sensitivity
- What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Cold Injury Residuals?
- 20%: Moderate symptoms 30%: Permanent frostbite damage
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?
- Yes. If a condition like Raynaud’s Syndrome is service-connected as secondary to Cold Injury Residuals, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 20% alone.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Cold Injury Residuals are on the main condition page.
View full Cold Injury Residuals guide