Kansas Homestead Refund Program
Refund of a portion of property taxes paid on the homestead for disabled veterans rated 50%+.
State BenefitKansasTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against ksrevenue.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Kansas
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 50% or higher
- Where it applies
- Kansas
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Kansas Homestead Refund Program?
Kansas Homestead Refund Program is a Kansas tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Refund of a portion of property taxes paid on the homestead for disabled veterans rated 50%+. Requires 50%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Requires 50%+ VA disability rating
- Kansas residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Kansas resident who is a disabled veteran (50%+ VA rating) or surviving spouse of a qualifying claimant (other qualifying paths include age 55+, blind/permanently and totally disabled, or having a dependent child under 18). Household income must be $43,389 or less for tax year 2025. Homestead appraised value must be $350,000 or less. Must own and occupy a Kansas homestead.
What Kansas Homestead Refund Program covers
Covers
Refund of a portion of property taxes paid on the homestead, up to $700 maximum. This is a separate program from K-40SVR and K-40PT/SAFESR; a claimant may only claim one homestead refund program per year. Kansas DOR software automatically generates the largest refund the claimant qualifies for.
How to apply for Kansas Homestead Refund Program
How to apply
File Form K-40H with the Kansas Department of Revenue.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- ksrevenue.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Kansas Homestead Refund Program
Who qualifies for Kansas Homestead Refund Program?
Kansas Homestead Refund Program is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 50%+ VA disability rating; kansas residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Kansas Homestead Refund Program?
Requires 50%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Kansas Homestead Refund Program?
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 Kansas Homestead Refund Program?
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 Kansas Tax Benefits
- Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (K-40SVR)Variable -- equal to property tax increase since base yearRefund equal to the difference between base-year and current-year property taxes on the homestead.
- Additional Personal Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans$2,320 additional exemption (tax year 2025)Additional $2,320 personal exemption deducted from Kansas taxable income for 100% disabled veterans (tax year 2025).
- Sales Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans (Effective July 2026)About $1,560/year in state sales tax savings, plus local sales taxExemption from Kansas state and local sales tax on purchases up to $24,000/year for 100% disabled veterans. (In effect since July 1, 2026)