Kentucky Veteran Benefits
Discover 19 state benefits available to Kentucky veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Kentucky
🏛️Tax Benefits(5)
Active Duty Military Pay Income Tax Exclusion
Any VeteranAll active duty military pay is 100% exempt from Kentucky state income tax.
Learn more →Military Retirement Pay Income Tax Exclusion
Any VeteranUp to $31,110 per year of military retirement pay excluded from Kentucky state income tax.
Value: Up to $31,110 income exclusion
Learn more →VA Disability and Military Disability Retirement Pay Tax Exclusion
Any VeteranVA disability compensation, DIC, and military disability retirement pay are fully excluded from Kentucky income tax.
Learn more →Homestead Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+$49,100 deducted from assessed home value for 100% disabled veterans, saving approximately $490-$590/year.
Value: $490-$590/year in property tax savings
Learn more →Motor Vehicle Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from state property tax on up to two motor vehicles for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: Up to $225/year for two vehicles
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(1)
Kentucky Tuition Waiver Program (Dependents/Spouses)
100%+Tuition waiver at Kentucky state schools for children, spouses, and surviving spouses of 100% disabled or deceased veterans.
Value: Up to $45,000+ in tuition waiver
Learn more →🏥Healthcare(1)
Kentucky Veterans Centers (Long-Term Care)
Any VeteranState veterans nursing homes providing 24/7 skilled nursing care at multiple locations across Kentucky.
Learn more →💼Employment(1)
Veterans' Interview Preference for State Employment
Any VeteranGuaranteed interview preference for state and local government classified positions for veterans.
Learn more →🚗Transportation(3)
Disabled Veteran License Plate (50%+ Disability)
50%+Specialty Disabled Veteran license plate for veterans rated 50%+ with standard fees.
Learn more →Disabled Veteran License Plate (No Fee, 100% Disabled)
100%+Free license plate with no purchase or renewal fees for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: Free plate and renewals
Learn more →Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from driver's license and personal ID card fees for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: Saves $20-$48 per renewal
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(5)
Military Lodging Discount at State Parks
Any VeteranDiscounted lodge rooms from $59.95/night and 15% lodging discount at Kentucky State Parks for military members.
Value: 15% lodging discount
Learn more →Free Camping for Former Prisoners of War
Any VeteranFree camping at all Kentucky State Parks for former POWs.
Value: Free camping
Learn more →Disabled Veteran Sportsman's License (50%+ Disability)
50%+Comprehensive hunting and fishing license including all permits for $12/year for veterans rated 50%+ disabled.
Value: $12/year (saves $80-$175/year)
Learn more →Free State Park Accommodations (100% Disabled)
100%+Free lodge room, cottage, or campsite for up to 3 nights per year at Kentucky State Parks for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: $180-$450+ per year
Learn more →Total Hunting and Fishing License Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Complete exemption from all hunting and fishing licensing fees for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: Free (saves $100-$200+/year)
Learn more →🛡️Insurance(1)
Insurance Premium Tax and Surcharge Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from insurance premium taxes and surcharges for 100% disabled veterans.
Learn more →⚑Burial & Memorial(1)
Kentucky State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits
Any VeteranFree burial including gravesite, headstone, and perpetual care at state veterans cemeteries.
Value: Free burial services
Learn more →📋Other Benefits(1)
Veteran Designation on Driver's License or State ID
Any VeteranFree "VETERAN" designation on Kentucky driver's license or state ID for honorably discharged veterans.
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Kentucky 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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