Utah Veteran Benefits

Utah offers state-level benefits that complement your federal VA benefits. Here’s a clear breakdown of what you may qualify for and where to apply.

Quick Facts

• Property Tax: Disabled Veteran exemption on a primary residence—up to $521,620 of taxable value in 2025, prorated by VA disability rating (10% minimum). Apply with your county by Sept 1.
• DMV: “Veteran” indicator available on UT driver license/ID (in-person, proof of honorable service). Disabled Veteran (DV) plate available; does not grant ADA parking—use a disabled placard/plate with ISA if eligible.
• Education: State programs include Purple Heart Tuition Waiver, Scott Lundell Survivors Tuition Waiver, and the Veterans Tuition Gap Program (helps when GI Bill is exhausted).
• Income Tax Notes: Utah taxes income but grants a nonrefundable credit on military retired pay (equal to the state rate on that income). VA disability compensation is not taxed.

Property Tax Relief

Utah’s Disabled Veteran property tax exemption reduces the taxable value of your primary residence by a set amount that updates annually—$521,620 for 2025 at 100% disability, prorated by your VA rating (no benefit below 10%). Unmarried surviving spouses and minor orphans may qualify. File with your county and submit VA disability proof by September 1.

DMV & License Benefits

Add a Veteran indicator to your Utah driver license/ID (apply in person with DD-214). Utah offers a Disabled Veteran license plate; note this plate alone does not authorize accessible parking—you’ll need a disabled placard or plate with the ISA per state rules. Apply through the DMV/tax assessor with required forms.

Education Benefits

Utah provides a Purple Heart Tuition Waiver at public institutions, a Scott Lundell Military Survivors Tuition Waiver for dependents of service members KIA (post-9/11), and a Veterans Tuition Gap Program to help veterans finish a first bachelor’s degree when federal benefits are exhausted. Schools administer eligibility and application steps.

Hunting & Fishing

Resident veterans with a 20%+ service-connected disability may purchase discounted hunting, fishing, or combo licenses. Utah State Parks also offers a Veterans With Disabilities Honor Pass granting free day-use entry for the veteran and up to seven guests (exclusions apply).

Spouse & Dependent Benefits

Unmarried surviving spouses/minor orphans may qualify for the Disabled Veteran property tax exemption. Dependents may receive tuition waivers under the Scott Lundell program at Utah public institutions (institution rules apply).

Utah Veterans Agency

Utah Department of Veterans & Military Affairs

VA Regional Office

Salt Lake City VA Regional Benefit Office
550 Foothill Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84158

VA Medical Centers & Key Clinics

• George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center, Salt Lake City
• North Logan (Cache Valley) VA Clinic, North Logan
• Ogden VA Clinic, Ogden
• South Jordan VA Clinic, South Jordan
• St. George VA Clinic, St. George

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Sources

• Utah Property Tax – 2025 Relief Table (Disabled Veteran exemption)
• UT Driver License Division – Military & Veterans (Veteran indicator)
• Utah DMV – Disabled Veteran Plate (no ADA parking without placard)
• UDVMA – State Education Benefits (Purple Heart, Survivors, Tuition Gap)
• Utah DWR – Disabled Veteran Discounted Licenses (20%+)
• Utah State Parks – Veterans With Disabilities Honor Pass
• VA – Salt Lake City Regional Benefit Office (address)
• VA – Salt Lake City Health Care System Locations
• Utah State Tax Commission – Military Retirement Credit

Last verified: August 26, 2025