Mississippi 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 Mississippi compares

Mississippi is better than most states for veterans, with strong value in Property Tax, Income Tax, Education, Employment.

Quick categories

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

🏠 Property Tax

1 tracked item

Totally Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption

Rating: 100%

Veterans with total service-connected disability are exempt from all property taxes on homestead. Unremarried surviving spouses also qualify. Homeowners 65+ get exemption on first $7,500 assessed value.

Eligibility: Total service-connected disability Source

💰 Income Tax

1 tracked item

Military Retirement Pay Exemption

Rating: None

Military retired pay is fully exempt from Mississippi income tax. First $15,000 of reserve/guard training pay is also exempt. Combat zone pay is exempt.

Eligibility: Military retirees and qualifying service members Source

🎓 Education

3 tracked items

National Guard Tuition Assistance

Rating: None

Up to $10,000 per year for full-time undergraduates at state institutions, subject to fund availability.

Eligibility: Mississippi National Guard members Source

POW/MIA Children's Scholarship

Rating: N/A (dependent benefit)

Eight-semester scholarship without cost (excluding books, food, supplies, extracurricular fees) at state institutions for children of POW/MIA veterans.

Eligibility: Children of POW or MIA veterans Source

In-State Tuition for Veterans

Rating: None

Veterans present in the state pay in-state tuition regardless of residency status.

Eligibility: Veterans residing in Mississippi Source

💼 Employment

1 tracked item

State Employment Preference

Rating: None (30% for enhanced)

Veterans listed at top of eligible applicants. Disabled veterans at very top. 4 retention points for layoffs (8 for disabled). Disabled veteran hiring preference requires 30%+ or Purple Heart.

Eligibility: Veterans; 30%+ disability or Purple Heart for enhanced preference Source

🎣 Recreation

1 tracked item

Free Hunting/Fishing for Totally Disabled Veterans

Rating: 100%

Totally disabled veterans do not need to purchase hunting or fishing license. Must carry proof of age, residency, and disability status. Active duty on leave also exempt.

Eligibility: Total service-connected disability Source

🚗 Vehicle

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$1 Vehicle Tags for Disabled Veterans

Rating: 70%

100% disabled veterans and 70%+ disabled veterans can purchase one car/truck plate and one motorcycle plate for $1 each per year. Vehicles exempt from all ad valorem and privilege taxes. 68 specialty military plates available.

Eligibility: 70%+ or 100% VA disability Source

🏥 Healthcare

1 tracked item

Mississippi Veterans Homes

Rating: None

Five veterans homes providing long-term skilled nursing care. Honorable or general discharge required.

Eligibility: Honorable or general discharge 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.