Disabled Veteran's Property Tax Credit
Property tax credit proportional to disability rating, up to $9,000 of taxable valuation (~$200,000 true and full value) of the homestead, for 50%+ disabled veterans.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — North Dakota
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 50% or higher
- Estimated value
- Varies; potentially thousands per year at 100%
- Where it applies
- North Dakota
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran's Property Tax Credit?
Disabled Veteran's Property Tax Credit is a North Dakota tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Property tax credit proportional to disability rating, up to $9,000 of taxable valuation (~$200,000 true and full value) of the homestead, for 50%+ disabled veterans. Requires 50%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Varies; potentially thousands per year at 100%.
Who qualifies
- Requires 50%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- North Dakota residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran with an armed forces service-connected disability rating of 50% or greater, or an extra-schedular rating resulting in 100% pay status from the VA. Surviving spouse becomes eligible upon the veteran's death; surviving spouses receiving VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) receive 100% of the credit.
What Disabled Veteran's Property Tax Credit covers
Covers
Credit equal to the veteran's disability percentage applied against the first $9,000 of taxable valuation of the homestead (rate table ranges from $4,500 at 50% to $9,000 at 100%). $9,000 taxable value corresponds to approximately $200,000 true and full value at the standard 4.5% residential assessment ratio. For married couples both qualifying, combined credits cannot exceed 100% / $9,000.
Residency
Must own and occupy the property as a homestead in North Dakota.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran's Property Tax Credit
How to apply
File an application with the county auditor by April 1 of the assessment year, along with required VA disability certification.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: tax.nd.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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Other North Dakota Tax Benefits
Military Retirement Pay State Income Tax Exemption
Military retirement pay equal to the federally-taxable amount may be deducted from North Dakota taxable income (effective for tax years 2019+).
Full exemption of military retirement income
Military Pay Income Tax Treatment (Active Duty / Guard / Reserve)
ND residents serving on active duty, National Guard, or Reserve may be eligible for specific deductions; nonresidents stationed in ND with no other ND income generally are not required to file.
Varies; see ND Tax Commissioner Military Service Members guideline
Paraplegic / Specially Adapted Housing Property Tax Exemption
Property tax exemption on the homestead (fixtures, buildings, improvements) for paraplegic disabled veterans or veterans awarded VA specially adapted housing, including unremarried surviving spouses.
Property tax exemption on a portion of homestead value (cap per NDCC 57-02-08)
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