Utah Veteran Benefits
Discover 17 state benefits available to Utah veterans based on your disability rating and service history.
Benefit Categories in Utah
🏛️Tax Benefits(4)
Military Retirement Pay Tax Credit
Any VeteranNonrefundable state income tax credit equal to 4.5% of federally taxable military retirement pay, effectively eliminating Utah tax on it.
Value: 4.5% of retirement pay
Learn more →Military Survivor Benefit Plan Tax Credit
Any VeteranNonrefundable tax credit for surviving spouses receiving SBP, RCSBP, or RSFPP annuities, offsetting Utah state tax.
Learn more →Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
10%+Property tax exemption proportional to disability rating on up to $535,459 of taxable value for veterans rated 10%+.
Value: Up to $535,459 exempt (proportional)
Learn more →Vehicle Sales Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
100%+Exemption from sales tax on one vehicle purchase for veterans with 100% VA service-connected disability.
Value: $1,800-$2,580 on $30,000 vehicle
Learn more →🏠Housing & Home Loans(1)
Utah Veteran First-Time Homebuyer Grant
Any Veteran$2,500 grant toward home purchase in Utah for veterans separated within 5 years and current service members.
Value: $2,500
Learn more →🎓Education & Training(4)
Purple Heart Tuition Waiver
Any VeteranFull tuition waiver for undergraduate programs and up to $10,000/year for graduate programs at Utah public institutions for Purple Heart recipients.
Value: $36,000-$50,000+ over full degree
Learn more →Veterans Tuition Gap Program
Any VeteranUp to one year of undergraduate tuition and fees for veterans who have exhausted VA education benefits in their final year.
Value: $9,000-$10,000
Learn more →Scott B. Lundell Military Survivors Tuition Waiver
Any VeteranUndergraduate tuition waiver at Utah public institutions for surviving spouses and children of service members killed while serving.
Learn more →Utah National Guard State Tuition Assistance
Any VeteranUp to $7,000 per fiscal year for tuition and fees for UT National Guard members who have reached their federal TA limit.
Value: Up to $7,000/year
Learn more →💼Employment(2)
Veterans' Preference Points (State/Local Government)
Any Veteran5 points added to passing exam scores for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans and Purple Heart recipients.
Learn more →Veteran Employment Opportunity Program (VEOP)
Any VeteranAllows eligible veterans to be hired into designated state career-service positions with 6-month on-the-job exam period.
Learn more →🚗Transportation(2)
Purple Heart Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption
Any VeteranExemption from automobile, registration, plate, and uninsured motorist fees for Purple Heart recipients.
Learn more →Special Veteran License Plates
Any Veteran16 types of veteran license plates including Purple Heart, POW, Disabled Veteran, and National Guard plates.
Learn more →🌲Recreation & Parks(2)
Veterans with Disabilities Honor Pass (State Parks)
10%+Free day-use admission to all Utah state parks for veteran and up to 7 guests for veterans with 10% or higher service-connected disability.
Value: $75-$100/year
Learn more →Discounted Hunting and Fishing Licenses
20%+Discounted or free hunting and fishing licenses for UT resident veterans with 20%+ service-connected disability.
Value: $12-$38/year savings or free
Learn more →⚑Burial & Memorial(1)
Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park Burial
Any VeteranBurial at state veterans cemetery in Bluffdale including plot, grave opening/closing, marker, and perpetual care at no charge.
Learn more →📋Other Benefits(1)
Utah@EASE Pro Bono Legal Services
Any VeteranFree legal services and representation for veterans covering military rights, creditor issues, consumer fraud, wills, and employment matters.
Learn more →2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates
Monthly payment amounts effective December 1, 2025. These federal rates apply to all Utah veterans.
| Rating | Veteran Alone | With Spouse |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 |
Rates for 10-20% are the same regardless of dependents. Dependent additions apply at 30%+. View complete rate tables →
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