State Benefit·Georgia·🏛️Tax Benefits

Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption

Tiered exemption of military retirement pay from Georgia state income tax: up to $17,500 under age 62, $35,000 ages 62-64, and $65,000 age 65+.

Verified May 12, 2026againstveterans.georgia.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Tax Benefits — Georgia
Who it's for: Veterans
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: Up to ~$3,374/year in tax savings (age 65+)
Where it applies: Georgia
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption?

Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption is a Georgia tax benefits benefit for veterans. Tiered exemption of military retirement pay from Georgia state income tax: up to $17,500 under age 62, $35,000 ages 62-64, and $65,000 age 65+. The listed value is Up to ~$3,374/year in tax savings (age 65+).

Who qualifies

Veterans

Available to any veteran
Georgia residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Georgia agency.

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Who is eligible

Eligibility

Receiving military retirement pay; Georgia resident filing state taxes. The documented tiered structure: under age 62 = up to $17,500 (plus an additional $17,500 with at least $17,500 earned income); ages 62-64 = $35,000; age 65+ = $65,000.

What Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption covers

Covers

Exemption of military retirement pay from Georgia state income tax based on the tier above. Estimated savings vary by tier and Georgia's flat tax rate.

How to apply for Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption

How to apply

Claimed on Georgia state income tax return (Form 500).

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: veterans.georgia.gov

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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Frequently asked questions about Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption

Who qualifies for Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption?▾

Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption is for Veterans; available to any veteran; georgia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption worth?▾

The listed value is Up to ~$3,374/year in tax savings (age 65+). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Military Retirement Income 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 Military Retirement Income 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.

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Several hundred dollars per year

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