Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption
$6,000 reduction from assessed home value for wartime veterans age 62+, 100% disabled, or who became 100% disabled while serving.
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Verified May 12, 2026 against maine.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Maine
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- ~$120/year savings
- Where it applies
- Maine
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption is a Maine tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors, dependents. $6,000 reduction from assessed home value for wartime veterans age 62+, 100% disabled, or who became 100% disabled while serving. The listed value is ~$120/year savings.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- Maine residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Other-than-dishonorably discharged veteran who served during a recognized wartime period AND is either (1) age 62 or older, OR (2) receiving 100% VA disability, OR (3) became 100% disabled while serving. Must be a Maine resident. Surviving unremarried spouses, minor children, and parents of deceased veterans may also qualify.
What Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption covers
Covers
$6,000 reduction from assessed value of primary residence. At a typical mil rate of ~$20 per $1,000, saves roughly $120/year.
How to apply for Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption
How to apply
File with your local municipal tax assessor's office by April 1.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- maine.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 Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption
Who qualifies for Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors, Dependents; available to any veteran; maine residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Standard Veteran Property Tax Exemption worth?
The listed value is ~$120/year savings. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Standard 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 Standard 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 Maine Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay Income Tax ExemptionFull retirement pay exemption100% of military retired pay is exempt from Maine state income tax.
- Active-Duty Pay Income Tax ExemptionMilitary pay exempt from Maine state income tax for residents stationed outside Maine.
- Survivor Benefit Plan Tax ExemptionSBP, RCSBP, and RSFPP annuities are not taxed by Maine.
- Paraplegic Veteran Property Tax ExemptionUp to $50,000 property tax exemptionUp to $50,000 exemption from home value for paraplegic veterans.