NJ Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption

NJ Division of Taxation

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Qualified disabled veterans (100% permanent and total service-connected disability) are exempt from all property taxes on their primary residence in New Jersey. Surviving spouses may also qualify if they do not remarry and income limits are met.

Full exemption value varies by home assessed value, average Pequannock benefit estimated

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Full property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans
  • No income limits for veteran
  • Surviving spouses may qualify (income limits apply)
  • Must be primary residence
  • File annually with municipal tax assessor

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(609) 292-7974

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: File with municipal tax assessor by October 1 annually

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