VASRD 8045 · Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders
Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) at 70% VA Disability Rating
TBI symptoms greatly affect thinking, memory, and behavior.
70%: single veteran, no dependents
$1,808.45
$21,701.40/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 70%
Severe cognitive issues such as poor judgment, disorientation, and social dysfunction.
70% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) rated at 70%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $1,808.45 |
| With spouse | $1,961.45 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $2,074.45 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $2,150.45 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $1,910.45 |
Lower tier
40% Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
$795.84 /mo single
Higher tier
100% Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
$3,938.58 /mo single
Common questions about 70% for Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- How much does a 70% VA rating for Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) pay?
- A single veteran rated 70% for Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) receives $1,808.45 per month ($21,701.40/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 $2,074.45.
- What does it take to get a 70% rating for Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
- Severe cognitive issues such as poor judgment, disorientation, and social dysfunction.
- What's the difference between 70% and 100% for Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
- 70%: TBI symptoms greatly affect thinking, memory, and behavior. 100%: You need help with basic daily tasks due to severe TBI effects.
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 70%?
- Yes. If a condition like PTSD is service-connected as secondary to Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 70% alone.
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