Kansas Veteran Benefits

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Benefits organized by category so you can quickly compare tax relief, education support, recreation perks, and more.

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How Kansas compares

Kansas compares well with many states, especially if you qualify for its stronger programs in Property Tax, Income Tax, Education, Employment.

Quick categories

🏠 Property Tax 💰 Income Tax 🎓 Education 💼 Employment 🎣 Recreation 🚗 Vehicle ⭐ Other 🏥 Healthcare

🏠 Property Tax

1 tracked item

Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans

Rating: Any rated disability

Property tax refund for disabled veterans. Household income must be $58,041 or less, home value not exceeding $350,000. Claims via form K-40SVR. Refund Advancement Program available for 2026.

Eligibility: Disabled veteran, income and home value limits Source

💰 Income Tax

1 tracked item

Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption

Rating: Any rated disability

Additional state tax exemption of $2,320 (2025+) for veterans with service-connected disability rating.

Eligibility: Service-connected disabled veteran Source

🎓 Education

1 tracked item

Kansas National Guard Educational Assistance

Rating: None

Tuition waiver covering all or portion of tuition up to full-time in-state rate at state institutions for Kansas National Guard members.

Eligibility: Active Kansas National Guard member Source

💼 Employment

1 tracked item

State Employment Preference

Rating: None (enhanced for disabled)

Veterans with campaign medal, service-connected disability, or who retired as O-3 or below receive preference and guaranteed interview for state jobs. Spouses of 100% disabled veterans also eligible.

Eligibility: Qualifying veterans and spouses of 100% disabled Source

🎣 Recreation

1 tracked item

Free Disabled Veteran Hunting/Fishing Licenses

Rating: 30%

Free permanent hunting and fishing licenses for disabled veterans with 30%+ service-connected disability who are honorably discharged Kansas residents. National Guard members also eligible.

Eligibility: 30%+ disabled, honorably discharged, KS resident Source

🚗 Vehicle

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Disabled Veteran License Plates

Rating: 50%

14 specialty plates available. Disabled veterans rated 50%+ get a plate with no registration fee.

Eligibility: 50%+ VA disability for no-fee plate Source

⭐ Other

1 tracked item

Sales Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans

Rating: 100%

Beginning July 1, 2026, 100% P&T disabled or unemployable veterans are exempt from Kansas sales tax on purchases up to $24,000 per year.

Eligibility: 100% P&T disabled or declared unemployable Source

🏥 Healthcare

1 tracked item

Kansas Veterans Homes

Rating: None

Three veterans homes in Fort Dodge, Winfield, and Topeka. Must have other-than-dishonorable discharge. Spouses may accompany on space-available basis.

Eligibility: Other-than-dishonorable discharge, disabled/indigent or willing to pay Source
⚠️ Verify Before You Rely: State veteran benefits change frequently. The information above is summarized for general guidance and may not reflect the most current laws, amounts, or eligibility requirements. Always verify with your state VA office or state Department of Veterans Affairs before making financial decisions. Last reviewed: April 2026.