Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck at 50% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 50% for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck

How much does a 50% VA rating for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck pay?

A single veteran rated 50% for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck 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 Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck?

Two or three characteristics of disfigurement

What's the difference between 50% and 80% for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck?

50%: Moderate visible scarring 80%: Severe and obvious facial deformity

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 50%?

Yes. If a condition like Social Anxiety is service-connected as secondary to Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck, 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.