Hypertension at 40% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 40% for Hypertension

How much does a 40% VA rating for Hypertension pay?

A single veteran rated 40% for Hypertension receives $795.84 per month ($9,550.08/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 $947.84.

What does it take to get a 40% rating for Hypertension?

Diastolic pressure predominantly 120 or more

What's the difference between 40% and 60% for Hypertension?

40%: Bottom number consistently at 120 or above 60%: Bottom blood-pressure number consistently at 130 or above

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 40%?

Yes. If a condition like Heart Disease is service-connected as secondary to Hypertension, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 40% alone.