Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
Complete exemption from property taxes on primary residence plus up to 5 acres for 100% P&T disabled veterans.
State BenefitSouth CarolinaTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against dor.sc.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — South Carolina
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- $3,000+/year
- Where it applies
- South Carolina
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is a South Carolina tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Complete exemption from property taxes on primary residence plus up to 5 acres for 100% P&T disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $3,000+/year.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- South Carolina residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran with total, permanent, service-connected disability rating from the VA. Covers home and land up to 5 acres. Surviving spouses may immediately claim the exemption in the same manner as the veteran (even if the veteran never applied). Exemption can be claimed retroactive up to 2 prior tax years (e.g., a 2025 application reaches back to 2023 at earliest), conditional on property tax having been paid on time.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
How to apply
Submit via MyDORWAY at dor.sc.gov/individuals-property-exemption-application; processing typically takes 4-6 weeks.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- dor.sc.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 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; south carolina residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption worth?
The listed value is $3,000+/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran Property 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 Disabled Veteran Property 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 South Carolina Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay Tax ExemptionUp to 6% savings on retirement pay100% exemption of military retirement pay from South Carolina state income tax with no age restriction or income cap.
- Disabled Veteran Vehicle Tax ExemptionSeveral hundred dollars/yearProperty tax exemption on up to two private passenger vehicles for 100% P&T disabled veterans.
- Homestead Exemption (Age/Disability-Based)~$600/year$50,000 exemption on fair market value of primary residence for veterans age 65+ or totally/permanently disabled.