Massachusetts Veteran Benefits
Discover 28 state benefits available to Massachusetts veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Massachusetts
🏛️Tax Benefits(13)
Military Retirement Pay Income Tax Exemption
Any VeteranMilitary retirement pay is fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
Value: Full retirement pay exemption
Learn more →VA Disability Pension Income Tax Exemption
Any VeteranVA disability pensions are fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
Learn more →Survivor Benefit Plan Income Tax Exemption
Any VeteranSBP payments are fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22 (10%+ Disability)
10%+Approximately $400 property tax exemption for veterans with 10%+ service-connected disability.
Value: ~$400 (may be doubled)
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22A (Loss of One Limb/Eye)
Any VeteranFor veterans who lost or lost use of one hand, foot, or eye in service. Approximately $750 property tax exemption.
Value: ~$750 (may be doubled)
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22B (Loss of Two Limbs/Eyes)
Any VeteranFor veterans who lost or lost use of two hands, feet, or eyes in service. Approximately $1,250 property tax exemption.
Value: ~$1,250 (may be doubled)
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22C (Specially Adapted Housing)
Any VeteranApproximately $1,500 property tax exemption for veterans who received specially adapted housing (severe service-connected disabilities — loss of limbs or blindness).
Value: ~$1,500 (may be doubled)
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22D (Surviving Spouse of Service Death)
Any VeteranFull property tax exemption for surviving spouse of veteran who died from service-connected cause.
Value: Full property tax exemption
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22E (100% Disability)
100%+Approximately $1,000 property tax exemption for veterans with 100% service-connected disability.
Value: ~$1,000 (may be doubled)
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22F (Paraplegic Veteran)
Any VeteranFor veterans with service-connected paraplegia. Full property tax exemption.
Value: Full property tax exemption
Learn more →Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22H (Gold Star Parent)
Any VeteranFull property tax exemption for eligible surviving Gold Star parents.
Value: Full property tax exemption
Learn more →Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Full exemption from motor vehicle excise tax on one vehicle for 100% disabled veterans.
Learn more →Motor Vehicle Sales Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Full exemption from 6.25% sales tax on one vehicle for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: 6.25% sales tax exemption on one vehicle
Learn more →🏠Housing & Home Loans(2)
Section 8 Veterans Housing Voucher Program
Any VeteranRental assistance housing vouchers for homeless veterans with disabilities or substance abuse disorders.
Learn more →Public Housing Continued Occupancy Protection
Any VeteranVeterans and Gold Star families in public housing for 8+ years cannot be denied continued occupancy.
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(3)
Categorical Tuition Waiver for Veterans
Any VeteranFull or partial tuition waiver at Massachusetts state colleges, universities, and community colleges.
Value: Full or partial tuition waiver
Learn more →National Guard Education Assistance Program
Any Veteran100% tuition and fees at Massachusetts state institutions for active National Guard members.
Value: 100% tuition and fees
Learn more →Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship
Any VeteranFull tuition scholarship at Massachusetts state institutions for dependents of KIA, MIA, POW, or service-connected death veterans.
Value: Full tuition
Learn more →🏥Healthcare(1)
Massachusetts Veterans' Homes (Holyoke and Chelsea)
Any VeteranResidential and long-term care at two state veterans homes with subsidized costs.
Learn more →💼Employment(1)
Veterans' Civil Service Preference
Any VeteranAbsolute preference on civil service eligibility lists for veterans, with disabled veterans receiving top priority.
Learn more →💰Compensation(3)
Chapter 115 Veterans' Benefits (Safety Net Program)
Any VeteranMeans-tested financial assistance for food, shelter, clothing, fuel, medical care, and behavioral health.
Learn more →Massachusetts Veterans' Wartime Service Bonus
Any VeteranOne-time bonus payments for veterans who served during wartime periods or combat operations.
Value: $200-$1,000+ per bonus
Learn more →Disabled Veteran Annuity ($2,500/year)
100%+$2,500 annual payment for 100% disabled veterans, parents of deceased veterans, and unremarried surviving spouses.
Value: $2,500/year
Learn more →🚗Transportation(4)
Special Veteran License Plates and Decals
Any VeteranSpecialty veteran-designated license plates by branch of service and wartime era.
Learn more →Disabled Veteran License Plates (60%+ Disability)
60%+Special DV plates for veterans with 60%+ disability that affect ambulation, unlocking tax and fee exemptions.
Learn more →Driver's License Fee Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from driver's license transaction fees for 100% disabled veterans.
Learn more →Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from vehicle registration fees for 100% disabled veterans.
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(1)
Free Hunting and Fishing Licenses (Blind/Paraplegic)
Any VeteranFree freshwater fishing and hunting licenses for blind or paraplegic veterans. Resident pricing for stationed nonresidents.
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Massachusetts 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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