Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption
Full exemption of military retired pay from Rhode Island personal income tax with no age limit or income cap.
State BenefitRhode IslandTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against tax.ri.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Full RI income tax exemption (3.75-5.99% of pension value)
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption?
Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption is a Rhode Island tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Full exemption of military retired pay from Rhode Island personal income tax with no age limit or income cap. The listed value is Full RI income tax exemption (3.75-5.99% of pension value).
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Any military retiree receiving a military pension. No disability rating required. Must file RI income taxes. Extends to surviving spouses.
What Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption covers
Effective
January 1, 2023.
How to apply for Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption
How to apply
Claimed on RI personal income tax return via modification to federal AGI.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- tax.ri.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption
Who qualifies for Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption?
Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors; available to any veteran; rhode island residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption worth?
The listed value is Full RI income tax exemption (3.75-5.99% of pension value). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Rhode Island Tax Benefits
- Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)$1,000-$6,000 off assessed valueProperty tax exemption on real or personal property (RI's motor vehicle excise tax has been eliminated), amount varies by municipality (typically $1,000-$6,000).
- Property Tax Exemption (Partially Disabled Veterans)Amount varies by municipalityAdditional property tax exemption (amount varies by municipality) for veterans with a service-connected disability.
- Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)Varies by municipalityAdditional property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (amount varies by municipality).