$5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
$5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating.
State BenefitFloridaTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against floridarevenue.com
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
- September 30, 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
- Veterans
- Survivors
- 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
- September 30, 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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
Who qualifies for $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
$5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 10%+ VA disability rating; florida residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
Requires 10%+ VA disability rating.
How much is $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption worth?
The listed value is $5,000 off assessed value. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
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 $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
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 Florida Tax Benefits
- Total Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)100% property tax exemptionComplete exemption from all property taxes on homestead for veterans with 100% permanent and total disability. Authority: Fla. Stat. 196.081.
- Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+Discount equal to VA disability percentageProperty tax discount equal to the VA disability percentage for combat-disabled veterans age 65+.