Vermont Veteran Benefits

Vermont offers state-level benefits that complement your federal VA benefits. Here’s a clear, no-fluff summary of what you may qualify for and where to apply.

Quick Facts

• Property Tax: Minimum $10,000 exemption on a primary residence for eligible disabled veterans; towns may vote to raise it up to $40,000. Apply through the VT Office of Veterans Affairs (typical deadline May 1).
• DMV: “VETERAN” designation available on VT driver license/ID via Certificate of Veteran Status; military and Disabled Veteran plates offered.
• Education: Armed Services Scholarship provides tuition for spouses/children of service members who died on duty (state program administered by VSAC).
• Income Tax Notes: Vermont taxes income; VA disability compensation isn’t taxed. A 2025 law exempts military retirement and survivor benefits for households with AGI under $125,000.

Property Tax Relief

Vermont mandates a $10,000 property tax exemption on the appraised value of an eligible veteran’s primary residence; towns may vote to increase the exemption up to $40,000. Eligibility generally includes veterans with a 50%+ VA service-connected rating, veterans receiving a non-service-connected pension, or those with military medical retirement. Unremarried surviving spouses may continue the exemption. File with the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs—most municipalities require filing by May 1 (see Sources).

DMV & License Benefits

Add a VETERAN indicator to your Vermont driver license/ID by submitting the state’s Certificate of Veteran Status for verification, then visiting the DMV. Vermont also offers military and Disabled Veteran plates. Check forms and eligibility on the state’s materials linked in Sources.

Education Benefits

The state’s Armed Services Scholarship covers tuition for the spouse or dependent child of a Vermont service member who died while on active or inactive duty. Apply through the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC). Public colleges also provide campus veterans services and may have additional aid.

Hunting & Fishing

Resident veterans with a 60%+ VA disability rating can receive a free, permanent hunting, fishing, or combination license (standard education and tag requirements still apply). Contact Vermont Fish & Wildlife for application details.

Spouse & Dependent Benefits

Unremarried surviving spouses may keep the property tax exemption if the veteran qualified. Dependents and spouses of service members who died on duty may receive the Armed Services Scholarship at Vermont institutions.

Vermont Veterans Agency

Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs

VA Regional Office

White River Junction VA Regional Benefit Office
163 Veterans Drive, White River Junction, VT 05009

VA Medical Centers & Key Clinics

• White River Junction VA Medical Center, White River Junction
• Burlington Lakeside VA Clinic, Burlington
• Bennington VA Clinic, Bennington
• Brattleboro VA Clinic, Brattleboro
• Rutland VA Clinic, Rutland
• Newport VA Clinic, Newport

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Sources

• Vermont Statutes — 32 V.S.A. § 3802(11) (Veterans’ property tax exemption)
• Town notice (deadline & $10k–$40k range) — Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans
• myArmyBenefits (VT) — DMV veteran designation & free disabled veteran licenses
• VBA — White River Junction Regional Office (address & hours)
• VA — White River Junction Health Care System Locations
• VSAC — Armed Services Scholarship (eligibility & application)
• Vermont S.51 (2025) — Military retirement & survivor benefit exemption thresholds

Last verified: August 26, 2025