VA special monthly compensation rates
SMC is paid in addition to (or instead of) schedular disability compensation for specific losses or levels of need. Figures below are “alone” rates for planning reference.
SMC levels (veteran alone, monthly)
verified 2026-07-30| Level | Monthly |
|---|---|
| SMC-K | $132.74 |
| SMC-L | $4,900.83 |
| SMC-L1/2 | $5,154.00 |
| SMC-M | $5,408.55 |
| SMC-M1/2 | $5,780.00 |
| SMC-N | $6,152.64 |
| SMC-N1/2 | $6,514.00 |
| SMC-O/P | $6,877.12 |
| SMC-R1 | $9,826.88 |
| SMC-R2/T | $11,271.67 |
| SMC-S | $4,408.53 |
Cross-check: VA special monthly compensation rates. Dependent additions, half-steps, and combinations can change the payable amount. This page is not a benefits determination.