Pennsylvania Veteran Benefits
Discover 14 state benefits available to Pennsylvania veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Pennsylvania
🏛️Tax Benefits(2)
Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption
Any VeteranMilitary retirement pay is completely exempt from Pennsylvania state income tax, including SBP and RCSBP annuities.
Value: 3.07% savings on retirement pay
Learn more →Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption
100%+Full exemption from all real property taxes on primary residence for 100% P&T disabled veterans.
Value: $3,000-$6,000+/year
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(3)
PA National Guard Education Assistance Program (EAP)
Any VeteranState-funded tuition assistance covering up to 120 credit hours at approved PA institutions for National Guard members.
Value: $30,000-$50,000+ over 10 semesters
Learn more →In-State Tuition for Veterans and Dependents
Any VeteranResidency for tuition purposes at PA public colleges and universities for veterans using VA educational benefits.
Value: $10,000-$20,000+/year savings
Learn more →Educational Gratuity for Children of Disabled/Deceased Veterans
100%+$500 per semester for up to 4 academic years for children of 100% permanently disabled or deceased veterans.
Value: Up to $4,000 total
Learn more →💼Employment(1)
Civil Service Employment Preference (10 Points)
Any Veteran10 additional points added to final civil service exam score for Commonwealth employment; applies to initial hires.
Learn more →💰Compensation(2)
Blind Veterans Pension
Any Veteran$150/month state pension for veterans blinded by service-connected injury or disease.
Value: $1,800/year
Learn more →Amputee and Paralyzed Veterans Pension
40%+$150/month state pension for veterans with service-connected loss or loss of use of two or more extremities.
Value: $1,800/year
Learn more →🚗Transportation(2)
Disabled Veteran License Plate (Without Parking Privileges)
10%+Special veteran recognition plate for veterans with a service-connected disability rated 10% or higher by the VA.
Learn more →Severely Disabled Veteran License Plate (With Parking Privileges)
100%+Special license plate granting handicapped parking and 60-minute extended parking for 100% P&T disabled veterans.
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(2)
Reduced Fee Fishing License ($2.97)
60%+$2.97 fishing license for PA resident veterans with 60-99% service-connected disability from war/armed conflict.
Value: $20+/year savings
Learn more →Free Lifetime Hunting and Fishing Licenses
100%+Free lifetime hunting, furtaking, and fishing licenses for PA resident veterans with 100% service-connected disability.
Value: Free lifetime license
Learn more →📋Other Benefits(2)
Veterans Temporary Assistance (VTA)
Any VeteranUp to $1,600 in financial assistance within a 12-month period for food, shelter, fuel, and clothing.
Value: Up to $1,600/year
Learn more →Military Family Relief Assistance Program (MFRAP)
Any VeteranEmergency financial grants up to $5,000 (non-repayable) for qualifying service members and families.
Value: Up to $5,000
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Pennsylvania 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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