Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)
Property tax exemption on real estate or motor vehicle tax, amount varies by municipality (typically $1,000-$6,000).
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $1,000-$6,000 off assessed value
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)?
Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans) is a Rhode Island tax benefits benefit for veterans. Property tax exemption on real estate or motor vehicle tax, amount varies by municipality (typically $1,000-$6,000). The listed value is $1,000-$6,000 off assessed value.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Other-than-dishonorable discharge. Qualifying service during wartime (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) or in a recognized conflict after Vietnam. Each city/town sets its own exemption amount.
What Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans) covers
Legal Basis
RIGL 44-3-4, 44-3-4.2, 44-3-5.
How to apply for Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)
How to apply
Apply at your town tax assessor with DD-214.
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.
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Other Rhode Island Tax Benefits
Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption
Full exemption of military retired pay from Rhode Island personal income tax with no age limit or income cap.
Full RI income tax exemption (3.75-5.99% of pension value)
Property Tax Exemption (Partially Disabled Veterans)
Additional property tax exemption (amount varies by municipality) for veterans with a service-connected disability.
Amount varies by municipality
Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Additional property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (amount varies by municipality).
Varies by municipality
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