Mississippi Veteran Benefits

Mississippi provides state-level benefits that complement your federal VA benefits. Use this page to see what’s available and where to apply.

Quick Facts

• Property Tax: Full homestead exemption on a primary residence for veterans who are 100% service-connected permanent & total (or IU); certain unremarried surviving spouses may continue the exemption. Apply with your county tax assessor.
• DMV: “Veteran” designation available on MS driver license/ID. Disabled American Veteran (DAV) plates available; qualifying disabled veterans receive ad valorem/privilege tax relief on eligible vehicle(s). Separate placard/plate is required for disability parking.
• Education: State tuition assistance exists for eligible dependents of certain deceased or disabled veterans at Mississippi public institutions (category and residency rules apply).
• Income Tax Notes: Mississippi does not tax VA disability compensation and exempts military retirement pay from state income tax.

Property Tax Relief

Mississippi grants a full homestead property tax exemption on an owner-occupied primary residence for veterans who have a VA rating of 100% service-connected permanent and total (or are paid at 100% due to unemployability). In many cases, an unremarried surviving spouse may continue the exemption while living in the home. File with your county tax assessor and include your VA rating letter and homestead application.

DMV & License Benefits

Add a Veteran designation to your Mississippi driver license/ID by presenting proof of honorable service at Driver Service Bureau locations. DAV plates are available; qualifying disabled veterans receive exemptions from ad valorem and privilege taxes on eligible vehicle(s) (limits and documentation apply). For accessible parking, request a disability placard or plate through your tax collector with medical certification.

Education Benefits

Mississippi offers tuition assistance for dependents (spouses/children) of certain veterans who were killed in action, died of service-connected causes, are POW/MIA, or are permanently and totally disabled due to service. Benefits are used at Mississippi public institutions; eligibility categories, residency, and application steps apply. Coordinate with your school’s veterans office and the Mississippi Veterans Affairs (MSVA) network.

Hunting & Fishing

Resident veterans with qualifying service-connected disabilities may be eligible for complimentary or reduced-fee hunting and fishing licenses through the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks. Bring VA disability documentation; some permits/stamps may still be required.

Spouse & Dependent Benefits

Unremarried surviving spouses may continue the homestead exemption on the veteran’s primary residence when eligibility conditions are met. Dependents may qualify for state tuition assistance at public colleges; federal programs (DEA, Fry Scholarship) may stack—check with your campus certifying official.

Mississippi Veterans Agency

Mississippi Veterans Affairs (MSVA)

VA Regional Office

Jackson VA Regional Benefit Office
1600 E. Woodrow Wilson Ave, Jackson, MS 39216

VA Medical Centers & Key Clinics

• G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center — Jackson
• Biloxi VA Medical Center — Biloxi
• Hattiesburg VA Clinic — Hattiesburg
• Tupelo VA Clinic — Tupelo
• Meridian VA Clinic — Meridian

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Sources

• Mississippi Veterans Affairs — State Benefits
• Mississippi Dept. of Revenue — Homestead & Property Tax (Disabled Veteran)
• Mississippi Dept. of Revenue — Motor Vehicle & Specialty Plates (DAV)
• MS Dept. of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks — Disabled Veteran Licenses
• VA — Jackson Regional Benefit Office
• VA Gulf Coast Health Care — Locations (Biloxi & clinics)

Last verified: August 26, 2025