Property Tax Breaks Disabled Veterans Are Eligible For in Each State

Owning a home comes with financial responsibilities, but every state offers property tax exemptions to help disabled veterans save money.

This type of homeowner money move can reduce your home’s taxable value, significantly lowering your annual property tax bill. The specifics vary by state, but most programs require a service-connected disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Some states provide full exemptions, while others offer reduced savings based on disability percentage or income level. Here’s a breakdown of the property tax relief options available in every state.

A property tax exemption reduces the taxable value of a home, lowering the amount of property tax a veteran owes. Generally, the exemption amount is deducted from the home’s assessed value.

For example, if your home is worth $200,000 and your state offers a $50,000 exemption, your property’s taxable value drops to $150,000.

Veterans with a 100% disability rating from the VA often receive the most substantial exemptions, but many states also provide benefits to those with lower disability ratings.

All 50 states and the District of Columbia offer some form of property tax exemption for veterans with disabilities. Here are the full or partial exemptions for disabled veterans, state by state.

• Alabama: Veterans with a 100% disability rating or who are over the age of 65 are fully exempt from property taxes on their primary residence.
• Alaska: Qualifying veterans with a 50% or higher disability rating receive an exemption up to the first $150,000 of their home’s assessed value.
• Arizona: Veterans with total and permanent disabilities who are permanent residents of Arizona may qualify for a property tax exemption of up to $4,188 on their primary residence.
• Arkansas: A full property tax exemption is available for veterans with a 100% service-connected disability. Those with other types of disabilities also might qualify.
• California: Veterans with a 100% disability rating may receive a property tax exemption, with higher exemption limits for those who have lower annual household incomes.

With these five states — and with all the remaining states on this list — other conditions apply when determining whether you are eligible for a state's property tax exemption.

• Colorado: Veterans with a 100% disability rating can receive an exemption of 50% on the first $200,000 of their home’s value. You must be over the age of 65 or be on active duty to qualify.
• Connecticut: Full property tax exemptions are available for veterans with a total and permanent disability rating.
• Delaware: Veterans with a 100% disability rating who have been residents of the state for at least three years can be eligible for a tax credit of 100% of non-vocational school district property tax.
• Florida: Veterans with a 100% disability rating receive a full property tax exemption on their homestead. Resident veterans with a 10% disability rating are eligible for a $5,000 deduction.
• Georgia: Disabled veterans with a 100% disability rating may receive a property tax exemption of up to $50,000, with additional reductions for paying property taxes for county, municipal and school purposes.

• Hawaii: Veterans who are totally disabled due to service may receive full property tax exemptions.
• Idaho: A reduction of up to $1,500 in property taxes is available for 100% disabled veterans.
• Illinois: Veterans with a disability may be eligible for a property tax exemption, which can vary depending on factors such as disability rating or if the tax is for specially adapted housing.
• Indiana: Veterans who served in specific wars and have at least a 10% disability may qualify for a property tax deduction of $24,960.
• Iowa: A veteran with a 100% disability rating connected to service may qualify for a full property tax exemption.

• Kansas: A property tax refund program exists for veterans with a disability rating of at least 50%.
• Kentucky: Veterans who are totally disabled or at least 65 years old may receive an exemption of up to $46,350 on their property’s assessed value.
• Louisiana: A full exemption applies to veterans with a 100% disability rating. Other veterans may be eligible for smaller exemptions.
• Maine: Veterans with a 100% disability rating or who are at least 62 may receive a property tax exemption of up to $6,000.
• Maryland: A full exemption is available for 100% disabled veterans who are 100% disabled due to service. Surviving spouses also may qualify.

• Massachusetts: A $400 to $1,500 tax exemption applies to disabled veterans, depending on their disability rating.
• Michigan: A full exemption is available to veterans with a 100% disability rating.
• Minnesota: Veterans with a 70% to 100% disability rating may receive an exemption of up to $150,000 or $300,000, depending on their rating.
• Mississippi: Veterans with a 100% disability rating qualify for a full exemption on their primary residence.
• Missouri: A property tax credit of up to $1,100 is available for veterans with a 100% disability rating.

• Montana: Veterans and spouses can get a property tax exemption if the veteran has a 100% disability rating.
• Nebraska: Veterans with a 100% disability rating receive property tax reductions based on marital status and income.
• Nevada: A 100% disabled veteran may receive an exemption of up to $30,800 in assessed home value. The disability must be linked to service.
• New Hampshire: A $701 tax credit is available, with higher amounts for disabled veterans in certain cities and towns.
• New Jersey: An exemption applies to veterans with a 100% disability rating.

• New Mexico: Veterans with a 100% disability rating receive a full exemption on their primary residence.
• New York: Multiple exemption options are available based on service history and disability rating, but an application is required.
• North Carolina: Up to $45,000 of a home’s value may be exempt for veterans with a 100% disability rating.
• North Dakota: Veterans with at least a 50% disability rating may receive tax reductions of at least $8,100, and sometimes more.
• Ohio: A $50,000 exemption may apply to those who are 100% disabled veterans.

• Oklahoma: Veterans with a 100% disability rating are fully exempt from property taxes.
• Oregon: Exemption amounts vary by income and disability rating, but can be as high as $29,753.
• Pennsylvania: Full exemptions are available to 100% disabled veterans who meet income criteria and whose disability is connected to service.
• Rhode Island: Exemption amounts depend on the veteran’s disability level, county of residence, and the value of their property.
• South Carolina: Veterans with a 100% disability rating receive full property exemptions on their home and up to two vehicles.

• South Dakota: Up to $150,000 of a home’s value is exempt for qualifying veterans who are fully disabled.
• Tennessee: Various levels of tax relief are available for qualifying 100% disabled veterans.
• Texas: Full exemptions apply for 100% disabled veterans, with scaled reductions for those with lower disability ratings.
• Utah: Veterans with at least a 10% disability rating may qualify for tax reductions.
• Vermont: Veterans with at least a 50% disability rating receive property tax exemptions.

• Virginia: Full exemptions apply for 100% disabled veterans.
• Washington: Veterans with at least an 80% disability rating or higher may qualify for property tax relief.
• West Virginia: A tax credit is available for veterans with a 90% to 100% disability rating.
• Wisconsin: A full exemption applies to 100% disabled veterans who have lived in the state for at least five years.
• Wyoming: A $3,000 property tax exemption is available.
• District of Columbia: Veterans with a 100% disability rating may qualify for a property tax exemption, based on income and other factors.

These property tax exemptions are a valuable homeownership move for disabled veterans. Have you checked with your local tax office to find out if you qualify and to ensure you're getting the full benefits available?

Even if you’re already receiving an exemption, some states update their policies or adjust exemption amounts over time, so it’s worth reviewing your eligibility regularly.