Connecticut Veteran Benefits
Discover 10 state benefits available to Connecticut veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Connecticut
🏛️Tax Benefits(3)
Military Retirement Pay Income Tax Exemption
Any Veteran100% exemption of military retirement pay from Connecticut state income tax.
Value: Full exemption of military retirement pay
Learn more →Veteran Property Tax Assessment Exemption (Disabled)
10%+Property tax exemption based on disability rating for veterans with 10%+ VA rating, subject to income limits.
Value: Up to $10,500 off assessed value (varies by rating and income)
Learn more →Full Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)
100%+Complete property tax exemption on primary residence for veterans with 100% permanent and total disability.
Value: 100% property tax exemption
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(1)
Connecticut Veterans Tuition Waiver
Any VeteranTuition waiver at CT public colleges and universities for honorably discharged veterans who served 90+ days active duty during wartime.
Value: $5,000-$12,000+ per year depending on institution
Learn more →🏥Healthcare(1)
Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center (Skilled Nursing)
Any Veteran125-bed skilled nursing facility for veterans with chronic medical conditions requiring long-term care.
Learn more →💼Employment(1)
Veterans' Preference in State Employment
Any Veteran5 preference points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans on state civil service exams.
Learn more →🚗Transportation(1)
Veteran Specialty License Plates and DMV Fee Exemptions
Any VeteranSpecialty veteran license plates and DMV fee waivers for recently discharged veterans.
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(1)
Disabled Veteran Lifetime State Parks Pass
10%+Free lifetime admission to CT State Parks and Forests for veterans with 10% or higher service-connected disability.
Value: Free lifetime pass
Learn more →⚑Burial & Memorial(1)
Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits
Any VeteranFree burial plot, opening/closing, government headstone, and perpetual care at the CT State Veterans Cemetery.
Value: Several thousand dollars
Learn more →📋Other Benefits(1)
Soldiers', Sailors' and Marines' Fund
Any VeteranTemporary financial assistance for wartime veterans in need covering food, clothing, shelter, utilities, and medical aid.
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Connecticut veterans.
| Rating | Veteran Alone | With Spouse |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 |
Rates for 10-20% are the same regardless of dependents. Dependent additions apply at 30%+. View complete rate tables →
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