Property Tax Exemption (10-29%)
$5,000 off assessed home value for veterans with a 10-29% disability rating.
State BenefitTexasTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against comptroller.texas.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Texas
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 10% or higher
- Estimated value
- $5,000 off home value
- Where it applies
- Texas
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Property Tax Exemption (10-29%)?
Property Tax Exemption (10-29%) is a Texas tax benefits benefit for veterans. $5,000 off assessed home value for veterans with a 10-29% disability rating. Requires 10%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $5,000 off home value.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
- Texas residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must have a VA disability rating of 10-29%. The exemption may be applied to any one property you own; it does not have to be your homestead.
What Property Tax Exemption (10-29%) covers
Exemption
$5,000 is deducted from the assessed value of your home for property tax purposes.
Important to know
You receive the HIGHEST exemption you qualify for — they do not stack. If your rating increases, update your appraisal district.
Veterans age 65+ with a 10%+ disability rating, those who are totally blind, or those who have lost use of one or more limbs from a service-connected injury qualify for the maximum $12,000 exemption regardless of disability rating percentage.
How to apply for Property Tax Exemption (10-29%)
How it works
If your home is assessed at $300,000, you pay taxes on $295,000 instead.
How to apply
File an application at your county appraisal district office. Provide your VA disability rating letter and proof of homestead. Must apply by April 30 for that tax year, but late applications may be accepted.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- comptroller.texas.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 (10-29%)
Who qualifies for Property Tax Exemption (10-29%)?
Property Tax Exemption (10-29%) is for Veterans; requires 10%+ VA disability rating; texas 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 (10-29%)?
Requires 10%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Property Tax Exemption (10-29%) worth?
The listed value is $5,000 off home value. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Property Tax Exemption (10-29%)?
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 (10-29%)?
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 Texas Tax Benefits
- Property Tax Exemption (30-49%)$7,500 off home value$7,500 off assessed home value for veterans with a 30-49% disability rating.
- Property Tax Exemption (50-69%)$10,000 off home value$10,000 off assessed home value for veterans with a 50-69% disability rating.
- Property Tax Exemption (70-100%)$12,000 off home value$12,000 off assessed home value for veterans with a 70-100% disability rating.
- Full Property Tax Exemption100% exemptionComplete exemption of total appraised homestead value for 100% disabled veterans; unmarried surviving spouse may retain or transfer the exemption.