Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)
Full exemption from property taxes on home and up to 160 adjacent acres for permanently and totally disabled veterans.
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Verified May 12, 2026 against revenue.alabama.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Alabama
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Full property tax exemption
- Where it applies
- Alabama
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)?
Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled) is a Alabama tax benefits benefit for veterans. Full exemption from property taxes on home and up to 160 adjacent acres for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Full property tax exemption.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Alabama residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Alabama resident who is permanently and totally disabled (any cause, not limited to service-connected) OR age 65+. Must own and occupy the home as primary residence on the first day of the tax year.
What Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled) covers
Income cap
The P&T disabled track has NO income cap. On the 65+ track, owners are exempt from the state portion of property tax regardless of income; the full exemption from all state, county and municipal property taxes requires net annual taxable income of $12,000 or less.
Covers
Full exemption from ad valorem (property) taxes on the veteran's home and up to 160 adjacent acres.
Estimated savings
On a $200,000 home, could save $1,000-$2,000+/yr depending on county millage rate.
Important to know
This is a general Alabama homestead exemption, not veteran-specific. Veterans rated 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) by the VA qualify through their disability.
How to apply for Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)
How to apply
File with your county tax assessor's office with VA documentation.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- revenue.alabama.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)
Who qualifies for Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)?
Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled) is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; alabama residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled) worth?
The listed value is Full property tax exemption. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Alabama Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay State Income Tax ExemptionVaries by retirement pay (up to 5% savings)Full exemption of military retirement pay from Alabama state income tax.
- Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)Full property tax exemptionComplete exemption from all property taxes on a home acquired through a VA Specially Adapted Housing grant.