Veteran Tax Exemptions

Many states offer exemptions solely for disabled veterans. Every homeowner's situation is different. Here are some important things to remember about property tax exemptions:

Common exemptions include Veteran, Disabled Veteran, Homestead, Over 65 and more.

Not all veterans or homeowners qualify for these exemptions. Exemptions can vary by county and state. You may be required to renew your exemption benefits annually 

Exemption amounts, rates and conditions can vary by county or city just as they do by state, so veterans are urged to contact their local municipal tax assessor's office for further information. 

Connecticut 

All veterans with a disability rating of 75 percent or more in Connecticut may receive a property tax exemption of $3,000 from the total assessed value of his/her property if the veteran served at least 90 days of active duty during wartime and are honorably discharged. Veterans with ratings between 10 percent and 75 percent are eligible for a $1,500 value deduction. For more seriously disabled veterans, there may be an additional $10,000. Veterans below a certain income level and/or disabled veterans are eligible for additional exemptions. Contact your municipality's Tax Assessor for specific details. 

Florida 

A disabled veteran in Florida may be able to reduce their property's assessed value by $5,000 if they are 10 percent or more disabled from a result of service. If the veteran is 100 percent disabled as a result from service then they may receive a full property tax exemption. Other homestead exemptions may exist for veterans over the age of 65 and surviving spouses. 

Massachusetts 

A disabled veteran in Massachusetts may receive a property tax exemption on his/her primary residence if all qualifications are met. To qualify, one must be at least be 10 percent disabled, must have lived in Massachusetts for six months prior to enlisting and have lived in the state for five consecutive years. An exemption of $400 may be received if the veteran is 10 percent or more disabled, a Purple Heart Recipient or Gold Star parent. A $750 exemption may be received if the veteran lost the use of one hand, one foot or one eye; $1,250 if the veteran lost the use of both hands, both feet or a combination of the two, or if the veteran is blind in both eyes as a result of service. A veteran may receive a $1,500 exemption if 100 percent disabled as a result of service. The MA Department of Revenue prepared a full overview of local exemptions.