Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
$180,671 reduction in assessed value (basic) or $271,009 (low-income) for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- California residency
Details
Eligibility
Veterans rated 100% disabled by the VA due to service-connected injury/disease, OR compensated at 100% rate due to individual unemployability. Also available to unmarried surviving spouses. Must be principal place of residence.
Basic tier (all qualifying veterans): $180,671 reduction in assessed value (saves roughly $1,987/year at 1.1% tax rate).
Low-income tier (household income under $81,131): $271,009 reduction in assessed value (saves roughly $2,981/year).
Amounts are adjusted annually for inflation (2026 lien date figures). Verify current amounts with the Board of Equalization.
How to apply
Apply at your county assessor's office.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the California state agency before applying.
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