Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Additional property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (amount varies by municipality).
State BenefitRhode IslandTax Benefits
Verified May 12, 2026 against vets.ri.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Varies by municipality
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) is a Rhode Island tax benefits benefit for veterans. Additional property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (amount varies by municipality). Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Varies by municipality.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Determined by the VA to be totally disabled through a service-connected disability (VA certificate required). RI resident. Honorable discharge.
What Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) covers
Legal Basis
RIGL 44-3-4 and related municipal provisions.
Important to know
The exemption amount varies by municipality and is not a complete exemption in all cities/towns. Apply at your local town tax assessor with DD-214 and VA disability documentation.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- vets.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 Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Who qualifies for Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; rhode island residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) worth?
The listed value is Varies by municipality. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
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 Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
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
- Military Retirement Pay Tax ExemptionFull RI income tax exemption (3.75-5.99% of pension value)Full exemption of military retired pay from Rhode Island personal income tax with no age limit or income cap.
- 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.