VASRD 5002 · Musculoskeletal System
Rheumatoid Arthritis at 60% VA Disability Rating
Chronic illness with systemic effects
60%: single veteran, no dependents
$1,435.02
$17,220.24/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 60%
Weight loss, anemia, and severe impairment of health with frequent exacerbations
60% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Rheumatoid Arthritis rated at 60%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $1,435.02 |
| With spouse | $1,566.02 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $1,663.02 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $1,728.02 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $1,523.02 |
Lower tier
40% Rheumatoid Arthritis
$795.84 /mo single
Higher tier
100% Rheumatoid Arthritis
$3,938.58 /mo single
Common questions about 60% for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- How much does a 60% VA rating for Rheumatoid Arthritis pay?
- A single veteran rated 60% for Rheumatoid Arthritis 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Weight loss, anemia, and severe impairment of health with frequent exacerbations
- What's the difference between 60% and 100% for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- 60%: Chronic illness with systemic effects 100%: Extremely severe, disabling arthritis
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?
- Yes. If a condition like Fatigue is service-connected as secondary to Rheumatoid Arthritis, 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Rheumatoid Arthritis are on the main condition page.
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