$5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
$5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Florida
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 10% or higher
- Estimated value
- $5,000 off assessed value
- Where it applies
- Florida
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
$5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is a Florida tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. $5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating. Requires 10%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $5,000 off assessed value.
Who qualifies
- Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Florida residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Per Florida statute 196.24, veteran disabled to a degree of 10% or more by misfortune OR while serving during wartime; honorable discharge; Florida resident.
What $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption covers
Covers
$5,000 reduction from the assessed taxable value of any property owned by the veteran. This exemption is NOT limited to homestead property — it applies to any property the veteran owns. Dollar savings depend on local millage rate (typically $50-$100/year).
Surviving spouse
The exemption may carry over to the surviving spouse per s. 196.24.
How to apply for $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
How to apply
Apply at your county Property Appraiser's office by March 1 of the tax year. Provide DD-214 and VA disability letter.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: floridarevenue.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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Other Florida Tax Benefits
Total Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)
Complete exemption from all property taxes on homestead for veterans with 100% permanent and total disability. Authority: Fla. Stat. 196.081.
100% property tax exemption
Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+
Property tax discount equal to the VA disability percentage for combat-disabled veterans age 65+.
Discount equal to VA disability percentage
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