Disabled Veteran Homestead & Personal Property Tax Exemption
Full exemption from all state property taxes on homestead and personal property for qualifying disabled veterans (AR Code 26-3-306).
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Arkansas
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- $500-$2,000+/year
- Where it applies
- Arkansas
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran Homestead & Personal Property Tax Exemption?
Disabled Veteran Homestead & Personal Property Tax Exemption is a Arkansas tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors, dependents. Full exemption from all state property taxes on homestead and personal property for qualifying disabled veterans (AR Code 26-3-306). Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $500-$2,000+/year.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Arkansas residency
What Disabled Veteran Homestead & Personal Property Tax Exemption covers
Overview
Eligibility (AR Code 26-3-306): A disabled veteran who has been awarded VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) for the loss of, or loss of use of, one or more limbs, OR for total blindness in one or both eyes, OR has a service-connected 100% total and permanent disability. Upon the veteran's death, the exemption extends to the unmarried surviving spouse and minor dependent children; spouse and minor children are also eligible if the member is killed within the scope of military duties or declared missing in action.
Covers
Exemption from all state property taxes on the homestead and personal property owed by the disabled veteran.
Estimated value
$500-$2,000+/year depending on county.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran Homestead & Personal Property Tax Exemption
How to apply
Apply through your local county collector's office with VA Summary of Benefits letter.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: law.justia.com
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.
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