Hip, Ankylosis of at 60% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 60% for Hip, Ankylosis of

How much does a 60% VA rating for Hip, Ankylosis of pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Hip, Ankylosis 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 Hip, Ankylosis of?

Favorable ankylosis, in flexion at an angle between 20° and 40°, and slight adduction or abduction.

What's the difference between 60% and 70% for Hip, Ankylosis of?

60%: The hip is fused in a workable position — bent between 20 and 40 degrees, with only a slight inward or outward angle. 70%: The hip is fused at an angle worse than the favorable position, but not so bad that the foot cannot reach the ground.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?

Yes. If a condition like Knee Strain is service-connected as secondary to Hip, Ankylosis 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.