Vet Pay ChartTennessee disabled veteran benefits
Official state programs, rating thresholds and other eligibility conditions. Checked September 30, 2026.
| Program | Benefit | Who may qualify |
|---|---|---|
| Property taxDisabled veteran property tax relief | The 2026 program reimburses qualifying paid property tax calculated on up to $175,000 of home market value. Homeowners remain responsible for their tax bills. | Owned principal residence and qualifying service-connected permanent-total disability, specified severe paralysis, limb loss or legal blindness, or qualifying permanent-total former-POW disability. Apply through the collecting official or county trustee using VA certification; surviving-spouse rules differ.Official program detailsAdditional eligibility rules |
| Vehicle registrationPermanent-total disabled veteran plate | The first qualifying disabled-veteran plate has no fee. Additional plates have separate initial and annual charges. | VA letter showing service-related permanent total disability and its effective date; qualifying passenger vehicle or motorcycle. Parking access and vehicle-related taxes follow separate rules.Official program details |
| Hunting and fishingDisabled veteran lifetime license | An eligible resident can obtain the lifetime sport hunting and fishing license for a one-time $10 fee. | Tennessee residency and either 100% permanent-total service-connected disability or at least 30% disability by reason of wartime service. Provide required VA and residency documentation; species and permit rules still apply.Official program details |
| State parksVeteran overnight discounts | Resident veterans receive eligible lodging and camping discounts. Resident veterans with 100% service-connected disability receive 50% off eligible camping and cabin charges year-round. | Tennessee residency and veteran documentation; the disabled-veteran discount requires VA evidence of the 100% service-connected rating. Booking, facility and discount-combination restrictions apply; it is not free camping year-round.Official program detailsAdditional eligibility rules |
| EducationHelping Heroes Grant | Eligible students receive $1,000 per semester for at least 12 credit hours or $500 for six to 11, up to eight full-semester equivalents or a first bachelor's degree. | Qualifying veteran or activated reserve/Guard service, Tennessee residency, eligible campaign or expeditionary medal, participating institution and student-aid requirements. Apply each academic year and maintain satisfactory academic progress; a VA rating is not required.Official program detailsAdditional eligibility rules |
| Income taxNo general individual income tax | Tennessee does not impose a general state individual income tax on military retired pay or VA compensation. | Other state and local taxes have separate rules.Official program details |
| EmploymentAmerican Job Center veteran assistance | Job Centers offer job-search, training and career assistance, with veteran priority in eligible Department of Labor-funded programs and targeted services for veterans with barriers to employment. | Military service documentation and program eligibility. Disability and other significant barriers determine access to intensive services; priority of service does not guarantee a job or waive program requirements.Official program details |
Property tax rating thresholds
Before you apply
Bring your current VA benefit or award letter and the documents required by the administering agency. Exemptions may require an application, county approval and renewal. Federal compensation and state benefit eligibility are separate.
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Sources for this page
- www.tn.gov — veteran.html
- comptroller.tn.gov — content/dam/cot/pa/documents/tax relief/TaxReliefBrochure.pdf
- comptroller.tn.gov — office functions/pa/property taxes/property tax programs/tax relief.html
- www.tn.gov — revenue/title and registration/license plates/available license plates/military and memorial/disabled veteran.html
- www.tn.gov — veteran/veteran benefits/tn state benefits/state parks/hunting and fishing licenses.html
- myarmybenefits.us.army.mil — Benefit Library/State/Territory Benefits/Tennessee
- tnstateparks.com — about/veterans
- www.collegefortn.org — helping heroes grant
- www.tn.gov — veteran/veteran education/scholarships/veterans/helping heroes grant.html
Retrieved September 30, 2026. Published VA rates, official rules and eligibility terms control.