Minnesota Veteran Benefits
Discover 18 state benefits available to Minnesota veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Minnesota
🏛️Tax Benefits(4)
Military Retirement Pay Tax Subtraction
Any VeteranFull subtraction of military retirement pay from Minnesota state taxable income.
Value: Full retirement pay exemption
Learn more →Property Tax Market Value Exclusion (70-99%)
70%+Up to $150,000 exclusion of homestead market value from property taxes for veterans rated 70-99%.
Value: Up to $150,000 exclusion
Learn more →Property Tax Market Value Exclusion (100%)
100%+Up to $300,000 exclusion of homestead market value from property taxes for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: Up to $300,000 exclusion
Learn more →Motor Vehicle Sales Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from 6.875% Motor Vehicle Sales Tax on vehicle purchases for 100% disabled veterans.
Value: 6.875% of vehicle purchase price
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(4)
Minnesota GI Bill
Any VeteranUp to $15,000 lifetime ($5,000/year max) for tuition, fees, and approved training at eligible MN institutions.
Value: Up to $15,000 lifetime
Learn more →Surviving Spouse & Dependent Education Benefit
Any VeteranFree tuition at Minnesota public colleges plus $750/year for dependents of veterans who died from service.
Value: Full tuition + $750/year
Learn more →Veteran Education Assistance Grant
Any VeteranOne-time $750 grant for veterans who have exhausted federal GI Bill benefits.
Value: $750 (one-time)
Learn more →Resident Tuition Rate for Veterans
Any VeteranAll U.S. military veterans treated as Minnesota residents for undergraduate tuition at public institutions.
Value: Thousands per year in tuition savings
Learn more →🏥Healthcare(1)
Minnesota Veterans Homes
Any VeteranSkilled nursing care at eight state-operated facilities for veterans and eligible spouses.
Learn more →💼Employment(3)
Veterans Preference in Public Employment
Any Veteran10 preference points for non-disabled veterans, 15 for disabled veterans on public employment hiring.
Learn more →Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee
Any VeteranTop 5 qualifying recently separated veterans who apply for a state vacancy are guaranteed an interview.
Learn more →Disabled Veteran Direct Appointment to State Jobs
30%+Non-competitive direct appointment to state positions for veterans with 30%+ disability.
Learn more →💰Compensation(1)
Subsistence Assistance
Any VeteranShort-term financial aid for shelter, utilities, and healthcare insurance for disabled veterans.
Learn more →🚗Transportation(1)
Free Vehicle Registration & Plates (100% Disabled)
100%+Free motor vehicle registration, license plates, and title services for up to 2 vehicles.
Value: $200-$500+/year
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(3)
Free State Park Vehicle Permit
Any VeteranFree annual state park vehicle permit for any veteran with a VA-rated service-connected disability.
Value: $35/year
Learn more →Recently Discharged Veteran Hunting & Fishing
Any VeteranFree small game license and one deer license per year for veterans discharged within the past 24 months.
Value: $50-$75/year
Learn more →Free Hunting & Fishing Licenses (100% Disabled)
100%+Free permanent angling license, annual small game license, one deer license, and first lottery preference.
Value: $100-$150+/year
Learn more →📋Other Benefits(1)
Free Driver License / State ID (100% Disabled)
100%+Free driver license or state-issued ID card for 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans.
Value: ~$36 per renewal cycle
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Minnesota 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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