Vermont 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 Vermont compares

Vermont has some useful programs, but its overall package is less generous than higher-rated states, particularly in Property Tax, Income Tax, Education, Employment.

Quick categories

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

🏠 Property Tax

1 tracked item

Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Rating: 50%

Veterans with 50%+ VA disability can qualify for a property tax exemption that lowers home value for tax-calculation purposes. All homeowners may also qualify for income-based Property Tax Credit.

Eligibility: 50%+ VA disability Source

💰 Income Tax

2 tracked items

Military Retirement Pay Tiered Exemption

Rating: None

Starting 2025 tax year: AGI $125,000 or less = full exemption. AGI $125,000-$175,000 = partial exemption calculated as ($175,000 - AGI) / $50,000 x retirement pay. AGI over $175,000 = no exemption. Same for survivor annuities.

Eligibility: Military retirees and survivor annuity recipients Source

$250 Veteran Tax Credit

Rating: None

New refundable $250 tax credit for VT residents with military discharge record and AGI $25,000 or less. Phases out between $25,000-$30,000.

Eligibility: VT resident veteran, AGI $25,000 or less Source

🎓 Education

1 tracked item

Tuition Assistance and Education Benefits

Rating: Varies

Vermont provides education and tuition assistance for service members, veterans, and families through state programs.

Eligibility: Veterans and families Source

💼 Employment

1 tracked item

State Employment Preference

Rating: None

Vermont provides employment preference for veterans in state hiring.

Eligibility: Honorably discharged veterans Source

🎣 Recreation

1 tracked item

Free Hunting/Fishing Licenses

Rating: 60%

Free permanent fishing, hunting, or combination license for veterans who have ever had 60%+ service-connected VA disability. Active duty/activated reserve (120+ days) get free one-year license.

Eligibility: 60%+ VA disability (ever); or activated military Source

🚗 Vehicle

1 tracked item

Veterans License Plates

Rating: None

Veteran plates for standard cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Requires DD214 proof of service through Office of Veterans Affairs.

Eligibility: Honorably discharged veterans Source

🏥 Healthcare

1 tracked item

Vermont Veterans Home

Rating: None

State-run facility in Bennington providing long-term care including nursing, basic health, and specialized dementia/cognitive care.

Eligibility: Eligible veterans 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.