Missouri Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

About This Program

Starting January 1, 2026, Missouri provides tiered property tax exemptions by disability rating: $2,500 exemption for 30–49%, $5,000 for 50–69%, and 100% exemption for 70%+ service-connected disability. Primary residence must have assessed value under $250,000. Honorable discharge required. Surviving spouses of service-connected deaths also qualify for 100% exemption. Previously only POW + 100% P&T qualified.

Service-connected disability — primary residence under $250K assessed value

Key Details

• 30–49% rating: $2,500 property tax exemption
• 50–69% rating: $5,000 exemption
• 70%+ rating: 100% property tax exemption
• Effective January 1, 2026 — new expanded law
• Primary residence under $250,000 assessed value

How to Apply

Deadline: Apply with Jackson County Assessor — annual reapplication required (except 100% P&T)