Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption
100% exemption of military retirement pay, SBP, RCSBP, and RSFPP annuities from WV state income tax.
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Verified May 12, 2026 against tax.wv.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — West Virginia
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Varies by retirement pay (~$1,000-$2,500/yr)
- Where it applies
- West Virginia
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption?
Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption is a West Virginia tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. 100% exemption of military retirement pay, SBP, RCSBP, and RSFPP annuities from WV state income tax. The listed value is Varies by retirement pay (~$1,000-$2,500/yr).
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- West Virginia residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Any veteran receiving military retirement pay from the regular Armed Forces, Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps. No age or income threshold. Effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2019 and onward.
What Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption covers
Covers
Full exemption of military retirement pay from WV state income tax. Also exempts SBP, RCSBP, and RSFPP annuities.
Estimated value
A typical E-7 retiree saves roughly $1,000-$2,500/year in state tax.
How to apply for Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption
How to apply
Claim on WV Personal Income Tax Return (IT-140) as a modification reducing federal adjusted gross income.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- tax.wv.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 Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption
Who qualifies for Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption?
Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors; available to any veteran; west virginia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Military Retirement Pay Full State Income Tax Exemption worth?
The listed value is Varies by retirement pay (~$1,000-$2,500/yr). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Military Retirement Pay Full State Income 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 Military Retirement Pay Full State Income 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 West Virginia Tax Benefits
- Disabled Veteran Real Property Tax Credit (90-100% Rating)Full property tax refund ($500-$1,500+/yr)Refundable income tax credit equal to 100% of property taxes paid on the primary residence for veterans rated 90-100%.
- Homestead Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)~$200-$400/yr$20,000 reduction in assessed value of the homestead for property tax purposes for totally disabled veterans.