Femur, Impairment of at 60% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 60% for Femur, Impairment of

How much does a 60% VA rating for Femur, Impairment of pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Femur, Impairment of receives $1,435.02 per month ($17,220.24/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 $1,663.02.

What does it take to get a 60% rating for Femur, Impairment of?

Fracture of the shaft or anatomical neck of the femur with nonunion, without loose motion, weight bearing preserved with aid of brace; or fracture of the surgical neck of the femur with false joint.

What's the difference between 60% and 80% for Femur, Impairment of?

60%: The thigh bone never knitted together but is stable enough to bear weight in a brace, or the break healed into a false joint. 80%: The thigh bone never knitted back together and the fracture site still moves.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?

Yes. If a condition like Knee arthritis is service-connected as secondary to Femur, Impairment of, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 60% alone.