Homestead Property Tax Exemption (Disabled Veterans)
Reduction or elimination of property taxes on a veteran's homestead based on disability category.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Nebraska
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Varies by category; potentially thousands per year
- Where it applies
- Nebraska
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Homestead Property Tax Exemption (Disabled Veterans)?
Homestead Property Tax Exemption (Disabled Veterans) is a Nebraska tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Reduction or elimination of property taxes on a veteran's homestead based on disability category. The listed value is Varies by category; potentially thousands per year.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Nebraska residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility categories
- Category 4V: Veteran receiving VA compensation for 100% service-connected permanent and total disability, or individually unemployable paid at 100%. No income limit, no homestead value limit. 100% exemption.
- Category 4S: Veteran drawing VA compensation for 100% service-connected TEMPORARY disability (not surviving spouse). No income limit, no value limit. 100% exemption.
- Category 5: Veteran (paraplegic or multiple amputations) whose home was substantially contributed to by the VA. No income limit, no value limit. 100% exemption.
- Category 7: Unremarried surviving spouse of veteran who died during active service or from service-connected condition. No income limit, no value limit. 100% exemption.
- Categories 1, 2, 3, 6: Veteran totally disabled (service or nonservice-connected). Income limits apply on a sliding scale.
What Homestead Property Tax Exemption (Disabled Veterans) covers
Residency
Must own and occupy the homestead from January 1 through August 15 of the tax year.
How to apply for Homestead Property Tax Exemption (Disabled Veterans)
Application window
February 2 through June 30 each year.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: revenue.nebraska.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.
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