Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor

How much does a 10% VA rating for Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor receives $180.42 per month ($2,165.04/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 $180.42.

What does it take to get a 10% rating for Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor?

Without polyps, but with greater than 50 percent obstruction of nasal passages on both sides or complete obstruction on one side

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor?

10%: Without polyps, but with greater than 50 percent obstruction of nasal passages on both sides or complete obstruction on one side 30%: With polyps

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Sinusitis is service-connected as secondary to Rhinitis, Allergic or Vasomotor, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 10% alone.