VASRD 5276 · Musculoskeletal System
Flatfoot, Acquired at 50% VA Disability Rating
Both feet are severely collapsed and painful, the Achilles tendon spasms when the foot is moved, and orthopedic shoes or inserts do not help.
50%: single veteran, no dependents
$1,132.90
$13,594.80/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 50%
Pronounced acquired flatfoot, bilateral — marked pronation, extreme tenderness of the plantar surfaces of the feet, marked inward displacement and severe spasm of the tendo achillis on manipulation, not improved by orthopedic shoes or appliances.
50% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Flatfoot, Acquired 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% Flatfoot, Acquired
$552.47 /mo single
Common questions about 50% for Flatfoot, Acquired
- How much does a 50% VA rating for Flatfoot, Acquired pay?
- A single veteran rated 50% for Flatfoot, Acquired 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 Flatfoot, Acquired?
- Pronounced acquired flatfoot, bilateral — marked pronation, extreme tenderness of the plantar surfaces of the feet, marked inward displacement and severe spasm of the tendo achillis on manipulation, not improved by orthopedic shoes or appliances.
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 50%?
- Yes. If a condition like Knee Pain is service-connected as secondary to Flatfoot, Acquired, 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.
Official sources
- 38 CFR § 4.71a — Schedule of ratings — musculoskeletal system (Diagnostic Code 5276)
- VA.gov — 2026 veteran disability compensation rates, effective December 1, 2025
Pay amounts on this page were last checked against VA.gov on August 16, 2026.
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