Principal Residence Exemptions
Many states seek to show gratitute to military service members by exempting them from certain taxes. Exemption amounts vary state-to-state, but the biggest benefits for United States veterans is the reduced expense from their principal residence.
If you’re a qualified veteran looking to relocate to a different state, or you want to familiarize yourself with your own state’s benefits, explore our map to see which state’s exemptions work best for your financial plan.
Unsure where to start with the initial exemption application form? Our committed team at Community Tax is ready to help! Feel free to give us a call or schedule an appointment with one of our tax preparation experts.
Eligibility Criteria: Disability Status
Many exemptions only apply to veterans with 100% disability status, based on individual unemployability.
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, 100% disabled means “any impairment of mind or body which is sufficient to render it impossible for the average person to follow a substantially gainful occupation.”
Also, eligible veterans must show they were discharged from active duty under honorable conditions to qualify.
Detailed Breakdown of State Tax Exemptions
In Alabama, disabled veterans with a 100% disability rating can receive a full exemption from property taxes on their primary residence, provided the property does not exceed 160 acres and is classified as a single-family home. Additionally, eligible veterans over the age of 65 may also qualify for this full exemption.
Eligible veterans with a disability rating of 50% or more are entitled to a $150,000 tax exemption from property taxes. Even better, this can transfer to the spouse of a deceased veteran if the spouse is over the age of 60.
Arkansas veterans, along with their (unmarried) spouses and dependent children should the veteran pass away, are entitled to full exemption from property taxes if the veteran is blind, missing an eye or limb, or has a 100% service-connected disability rating.
The state of California offers up to $4,000 exemption for all veterans and$169,769 for veterans with a 100% disability rating due to individual unemployability. The low-income exemption extends that basic exemption to $254,656 exemption for low income and disabled veterans.
Veterans of the armed forces with a 100% disability rating from service-connected conditions, veterans older than 65, and spouses of deceased veterans who would qualify receive a partial exemption from taxes on their primary residence: 50% exemption on the first $200,000 of assessed value.
Connecticut offers veterans who have served 90 days of wartime service a $1,500 exemption on property taxes.
A low-income Disabled Veterans’ Exemption is available via the local tax authority.
Surviving spouses may also qualify, if their veteran had.
While there is no statewide veteran property tax exemption, disabled veterans who have lived in Delaware for at least three years and possess a 100% permanent and total (P&T) disability rating or an unemployability designation may be eligible for a partial property tax credit on their primary residence.
Additionally, New Castle County fully exempts such veterans from property taxes, providing significant financial relief.
Any veteran with at least a 10% disability rating is entitled to up to $5,000 exemption on property taxes.
Veterans with a 100% disability rating receive a full exemption from property taxes on their primary residence.
Veterans also receive benefits on driver’s license fees and may be eligible for free hunting and fishing licenses.
Georgia veterans with a 100% disability rating, as well as those who are otherwise unemployable despite not being 100% disabled, receive a property tax exemption of up to $50,000 plus other exemptions based on a fluctuating index set by Veterans Affairs. In 2023, that exemption was increased to $98,492.
100% disabled Hawaii veterans may receive tax exemptions on property taxes. However, this varies by island, so the Office of Veterans service recommends calling your local tax authority to see how much of an exemption you might qualify for.
Veterans who have a 100% disability rating are eligible to reduce their property taxes by as much as $1,500 on their primary residence.
Veterans of the armed forces may also be eligible for grocery tax credits and income tax deductions.
Returning Illinois veterans receive a $5,000 reduction in the assessed value of their homes, for property tax purposes. In addition to this, disabled veterans over 30% but under 50% are eligible for a $2,500 homestead exemption.
Veterans disabled over 50% and under 70% are eligible for a $5,000 exemption.
Veterans disabled over 70% may receive full exemption on their primary residence property taxes.
Indiana Veterans who served in the Armed Forces during a wartime period may deduct $24,960 from the assessed value of their primary Indiana residence.
Veterans and their families can receive Veterans employment assistance, War Orphans Tuition Assistance, special vehicle license plates, as well as hunting and fishing license benefits.
Kansas veterans are eligible to receive a homestead refund on property taxes for their primary residence if they are 50% disabled or more.
Kentucky veterans who are over the age of 65 or are 100% disabled are eligible for a $39,300 exemption on their property taxes.
Veterans who have a permanent disability rating of 100% due to service-related injuries, and their surviving spouses, receive a complete exemption from property taxes on their primary residence.
Veterans in Maine who served during wartime and are either 62 years old or older, have 100% disability status, or receive 100% disability benefits are eligible to receive $6,000 in exemptions.
Paraplegic veterans who receive a grant for an adapted housing unit may receive $50,000 in exemptions.
Maryland veterans with 100% disability are eligible for full veterans property tax exemption on their primary residence.
They are also eligible to deduct the first $5,000 of retirement income from their Maryland taxes, with an increase to the first $15,000 for those age 55 or older.
Veterans property tax exemptions vary based on disability status.
- $400 exemption for 10% disabled status or receiving a purple heart.
- $750 in exemptions for injuries resulting in the loss of one hand, one foot, or one eye.
- $1000 for 100% disability status.
- $1,250 in exemptions for the loss of both hands, both feet, one hand and one foot, or both eyes.
- $1,500 for 100% disability status and has specially adapted housing.
Michigan veterans with 100% disability status are eligible to receive full disabled veteran property tax exemption for their principal residence.
Veterans with 100% disability status are eligible to receive a $300,000 devaluation in their home’s assessed value for property tax purposes, those with 70% and above are eligible to receive a $150,000 devaluation. This also passes on to spouses of deceased veterans.
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability are eligible to receive exemption on all ad valorem property taxes on the assessed value of their homesteads. Valorem taxes are the taxes based on assessed property value.
Missouri offers disabled veterans tax credits for housing expenses. They depend on the value of the property or the price of rent, but the maximum is $750 in credits for renters, and $1,100 for homeowners.
For veterans with a 100% disability status, Montana offers multiple levels of property tax exemption based on income tax brackets and filing status. A full chart describing these brackets is offered by the Montana Department of Revenue.
Nebraska offers different property tax exemptions for veterans at different levels of disability. The amount from which a veteran is exempt is also variable based on the veteran’s income and filing status. More information is available through the Nebraska Department of Revenue.
In Nevada, there is a standard veteran tax exemption that may be put toward their property taxes or vehicle taxes. The amount of the exemption varies on county, level of disability, and income, so be sure to call your local tax authority to see how much of an exemption you qualify for. Disabled veterans above 60% disability status are also eligible for an additional exemption on property taxes.
Veterans with a 100% permanent service-connected disability rating in New Hampshire and their surviving spouses are exempt from all property taxes on their principal residence.
Veterans may qualify for a property tax credit of up to $2,000 for their home. This transfers to veterans spouses so long as they reside in the home.
New Jersey veterans with a 100% disability rating receive a full veteran property tax exemption on their primary residence. Veterans also qualify for a one-time $3,000 income tax deduction in the year they are discharged from active service.
100% disability status veterans who are legal residents of New Mexico are eligible to 100% exemption on property taxes on their primary residence, provided it’s occupied by the disabled veteran.
Veteran status, disability status, the veteran’s wartime service period, and the specific county or municipality where the veteran resides, all determine what exemptions apply. If you live in New York, be sure to check your town’s specific exemptions.
Veterans with 100% disability status, or have been deemed unemployable by the VA, are eligible to receive veteran property tax exemption on the first $45,000 of appraised property value.
North Dakota Veterans with 50% disability status or higher are eligible to receive a property tax exemption on the first $120,000 of the assessed value of their homestead.
100% disability status Ohio veterans are eligible to receive property tax exemptions on the first $50,000 of the assessed value of their primary residence.
Oklahoma veterans with 100% disability status (as well as surviving spouses) are eligible to receive full disabled veteran property tax exemptions.
Oregon veterans who are 40% or more disabled or their surviving spouses are eligible for a $22,028 or $26,435 exemption on their property taxes. This amount increases 3% yearly.
Veterans earning under $92,594 who are 100% disabled are eligible for full property tax exemption.
Veterans in Rhode Island may qualify for a number of different property tax exemptions. These exemptions vary by both the county and on the specific veteran disability status, as well as filing status.
A full explanation of these conditions is available via the Rhode Island Department of Revenue.
100% disabled veterans and persons over the age of 65 are eligible for property tax exemptions as determined by the state assembly.
The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs instructs those seeking such benefits to contact their local tax authority for more details on their specific situation.
Veterans with a 100% service-related disability status are eligible to receive $150,000 in exemptions on property which the veteran owns and occupies.
Paraplegic veterans are eligible for full exemption from property taxes.
Tennessee veterans are eligible for a maximum veteran tax exemption of $175,000.
Veterans must be 100% disability status due to time as a prisoner of war, have loss of two or more limbs, paraplegic, or legally blind.
Veterans in Texas enjoy exemption from property taxes at the following rates determined by TexVet:
- 10% – 29%: $5,000
- 30% – 49%: $7,500
- 50% – 69%: $10,000
- 70% – 100%: $12,000
Utah veterans over 10% disability status are exempt from property taxes up to $266,670 based on level of disability and income.
Veterans with a disability status of 50% or above are eligible for a veteran property tax exemption with a state-mandated minimum of $10,000. The total value of the exemption varies by municipality, so be sure to contact your local tax authority for more details.
Veterans with 100% disability status may receive property tax exemption based on income level. Contact your local tax authority to find out what exemptions your income level qualifies you for.
Veterans with a disability status and surviving spouses may qualify for partial property tax exemption dependent on income levels. Contact your local tax authority to find out what exemptions your income level qualifies you for.
Veterans in the nation’s Capital who are disabled, or 65 years of age or older qualify for up to 50% relief in veteran tax exemption on property.
Disabled folks in general benefit from an exemption of $74,850 from the Homestead/Senior Citizen Deduction.
Veterans with 100% disability status may be exempt from property taxes. Full details on qualifying conditions are listed by the West Virginia Legislature.
Wisconsin veterans with 100% disability rating may receive partial disabled veteran property tax exemptions. Contact the County Veteran Service Officers of Wisconsin for more details on how property tax exemptions for veterans operate in your county.
Veterans who served during a period of war or armed conflict and have lived in Wyoming for three or more years are eligible for a $3,000 reduction in the assessed value of their property for property tax purposes.
Principal Residence Exemptions
Many states seek to show gratitute to military service members by exempting them from certain taxes. Exemption amounts vary state-to-state, but the biggest benefits for United States veterans is the reduced expense from their principal residence.
If you’re a qualified veteran looking to relocate to a different state, or you want to familiarize yourself with your own state’s benefits, explore our map to see which state’s exemptions work best for your financial plan.
Unsure where to start with the initial exemption application form? Our committed team at Community Tax is ready to help! Feel free to give us a call or schedule an appointment with one of our tax preparation experts.
Eligibility Criteria: Disability Status
Many exemptions only apply to veterans with 100% disability status, based on individual unemployability.
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, 100% disabled means “any impairment of mind or body which is sufficient to render it impossible for the average person to follow a substantially gainful occupation.”
Also, eligible veterans must show they were discharged from active duty under honorable conditions to qualify.
Detailed Breakdown of State Tax Exemptions
In Alabama, disabled veterans with a 100% disability rating can receive a full exemption from property taxes on their primary residence, provided the property does not exceed 160 acres and is classified as a single-family home. Additionally, eligible veterans over the age of 65 may also qualify for this full exemption.
Eligible veterans with a disability rating of 50% or more are entitled to a $150,000 tax exemption from property taxes. Even better, this can transfer to the spouse of a deceased veteran if the spouse is over the age of 60.
Arkansas veterans, along with their (unmarried) spouses and dependent children should the veteran pass away, are entitled to full exemption from property taxes if the veteran is blind, missing an eye or limb, or has a 100% service-connected disability rating.
The state of California offers up to $4,000 exemption for all veterans and$169,769 for veterans with a 100% disability rating due to individual unemployability. The low-income exemption extends that basic exemption to $254,656 exemption for low income and disabled veterans.
Veterans of the armed forces with a 100% disability rating from service-connected conditions, veterans older than 65, and spouses of deceased veterans who would qualify receive a partial exemption from taxes on their primary residence: 50% exemption on the first $200,000 of assessed value.
Connecticut offers veterans who have served 90 days of wartime service a $1,500 exemption on property taxes.
A low-income Disabled Veterans’ Exemption is available via the local tax authority.
Surviving spouses may also qualify, if their veteran had.
While there is no statewide veteran property tax exemption, disabled veterans who have lived in Delaware for at least three years and possess a 100% permanent and total (P&T) disability rating or an unemployability designation may be eligible for a partial property tax credit on their primary residence.
Additionally, New Castle County fully exempts such veterans from property taxes, providing significant financial relief.
Any veteran with at least a 10% disability rating is entitled to up to $5,000 exemption on property taxes.
Veterans with a 100% disability rating receive a full exemption from property taxes on their primary residence.
Veterans also receive benefits on driver’s license fees and may be eligible for free hunting and fishing licenses.
Georgia veterans with a 100% disability rating, as well as those who are otherwise unemployable despite not being 100% disabled, receive a property tax exemption of up to $50,000 plus other exemptions based on a fluctuating index set by Veterans Affairs. In 2023, that exemption was increased to $98,492.
100% disabled Hawaii veterans may receive tax exemptions on property taxes. However, this varies by island, so the Office of Veterans service recommends calling your local tax authority to see how much of an exemption you might qualify for.
Veterans who have a 100% disability rating are eligible to reduce their property taxes by as much as $1,500 on their primary residence.
Veterans of the armed forces may also be eligible for grocery tax credits and income tax deductions.
Returning Illinois veterans receive a $5,000 reduction in the assessed value of their homes, for property tax purposes. In addition to this, disabled veterans over 30% but under 50% are eligible for a $2,500 homestead exemption.
Veterans disabled over 50% and under 70% are eligible for a $5,000 exemption.
Veterans disabled over 70% may receive full exemption on their primary residence property taxes.
Indiana Veterans who served in the Armed Forces during a wartime period may deduct $24,960 from the assessed value of their primary Indiana residence.
Veterans and their families can receive Veterans employment assistance, War Orphans Tuition Assistance, special vehicle license plates, as well as hunting and fishing license benefits.
Kansas veterans are eligible to receive a homestead refund on property taxes for their primary residence if they are 50% disabled or more.
Kentucky veterans who are over the age of 65 or are 100% disabled are eligible for a $39,300 exemption on their property taxes.
Veterans who have a permanent disability rating of 100% due to service-related injuries, and their surviving spouses, receive a complete exemption from property taxes on their primary residence.
Veterans in Maine who served during wartime and are either 62 years old or older, have 100% disability status, or receive 100% disability benefits are eligible to receive $6,000 in exemptions.
Paraplegic veterans who receive a grant for an adapted housing unit may receive $50,000 in exemptions.
Maryland veterans with 100% disability are eligible for full veterans property tax exemption on their primary residence.
They are also eligible to deduct the first $5,000 of retirement income from their Maryland taxes, with an increase to the first $15,000 for those age 55 or older.
Veterans property tax exemptions vary based on disability status.
- $400 exemption for 10% disabled status or receiving a purple heart.
- $750 in exemptions for injuries resulting in the loss of one hand, one foot, or one eye.
- $1000 for 100% disability status.
- $1,250 in exemptions for the loss of both hands, both feet, one hand and one foot, or both eyes.
- $1,500 for 100% disability status and has specially adapted housing.
Michigan veterans with 100% disability status are eligible to receive full disabled veteran property tax exemption for their principal residence.
Veterans with 100% disability status are eligible to receive a $300,000 devaluation in their home’s assessed value for property tax purposes, those with 70% and above are eligible to receive a $150,000 devaluation. This also passes on to spouses of deceased veterans.
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability are eligible to receive exemption on all ad valorem property taxes on the assessed value of their homesteads. Valorem taxes are the taxes based on assessed property value.
Missouri offers disabled veterans tax credits for housing expenses. They depend on the value of the property or the price of rent, but the maximum is $750 in credits for renters, and $1,100 for homeowners.
For veterans with a 100% disability status, Montana offers multiple levels of property tax exemption based on income tax brackets and filing status. A full chart describing these brackets is offered by the Montana Department of Revenue.
Nebraska offers different property tax exemptions for veterans at different levels of disability. The amount from which a veteran is exempt is also variable based on the veteran’s income and filing status. More information is available through the Nebraska Department of Revenue.
In Nevada, there is a standard veteran tax exemption that may be put toward their property taxes or vehicle taxes. The amount of the exemption varies on county, level of disability, and income, so be sure to call your local tax authority to see how much of an exemption you qualify for. Disabled veterans above 60% disability status are also eligible for an additional exemption on property taxes.
Veterans with a 100% permanent service-connected disability rating in New Hampshire and their surviving spouses are exempt from all property taxes on their principal residence.
Veterans may qualify for a property tax credit of up to $2,000 for their home. This transfers to veterans spouses so long as they reside in the home.
New Jersey veterans with a 100% disability rating receive a full veteran property tax exemption on their primary residence. Veterans also qualify for a one-time $3,000 income tax deduction in the year they are discharged from active service.
100% disability status veterans who are legal residents of New Mexico are eligible to 100% exemption on property taxes on their primary residence, provided it’s occupied by the disabled veteran.
Veteran status, disability status, the veteran’s wartime service period, and the specific county or municipality where the veteran resides, all determine what exemptions apply. If you live in New York, be sure to check your town’s specific exemptions.
Veterans with 100% disability status, or have been deemed unemployable by the VA, are eligible to receive veteran property tax exemption on the first $45,000 of appraised property value.
North Dakota Veterans with 50% disability status or higher are eligible to receive a property tax exemption on the first $120,000 of the assessed value of their homestead.
100% disability status Ohio veterans are eligible to receive property tax exemptions on the first $50,000 of the assessed value of their primary residence.
Oklahoma veterans with 100% disability status (as well as surviving spouses) are eligible to receive full disabled veteran property tax exemptions.
Oregon veterans who are 40% or more disabled or their surviving spouses are eligible for a $22,028 or $26,435 exemption on their property taxes. This amount increases 3% yearly.
Veterans earning under $92,594 who are 100% disabled are eligible for full property tax exemption.
Veterans in Rhode Island may qualify for a number of different property tax exemptions. These exemptions vary by both the county and on the specific veteran disability status, as well as filing status.
A full explanation of these conditions is available via the Rhode Island Department of Revenue.
100% disabled veterans and persons over the age of 65 are eligible for property tax exemptions as determined by the state assembly.
The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs instructs those seeking such benefits to contact their local tax authority for more details on their specific situation.
Veterans with a 100% service-related disability status are eligible to receive $150,000 in exemptions on property which the veteran owns and occupies.
Paraplegic veterans are eligible for full exemption from property taxes.
Tennessee veterans are eligible for a maximum veteran tax exemption of $175,000.
Veterans must be 100% disability status due to time as a prisoner of war, have loss of two or more limbs, paraplegic, or legally blind.
Veterans in Texas enjoy exemption from property taxes at the following rates determined by TexVet:
- 10% – 29%: $5,000
- 30% – 49%: $7,500
- 50% – 69%: $10,000
- 70% – 100%: $12,000
Utah veterans over 10% disability status are exempt from property taxes up to $266,670 based on level of disability and income.
Veterans with a disability status of 50% or above are eligible for a veteran property tax exemption with a state-mandated minimum of $10,000. The total value of the exemption varies by municipality, so be sure to contact your local tax authority for more details.
Veterans with 100% disability status may receive property tax exemption based on income level. Contact your local tax authority to find out what exemptions your income level qualifies you for.
Veterans with a disability status and surviving spouses may qualify for partial property tax exemption dependent on income levels. Contact your local tax authority to find out what exemptions your income level qualifies you for.
Veterans in the nation’s Capital who are disabled, or 65 years of age or older qualify for up to 50% relief in veteran tax exemption on property.
Disabled folks in general benefit from an exemption of $74,850 from the Homestead/Senior Citizen Deduction.
Veterans with 100% disability status may be exempt from property taxes. Full details on qualifying conditions are listed by the West Virginia Legislature.
Wisconsin veterans with 100% disability rating may receive partial disabled veteran property tax exemptions. Contact the County Veteran Service Officers of Wisconsin for more details on how property tax exemptions for veterans operate in your county.
Veterans who served during a period of war or armed conflict and have lived in Wyoming for three or more years are eligible for a $3,000 reduction in the assessed value of their property for property tax purposes.
