Disabled Veterans' Property Tax Exemption

Contra Costa County Assessor

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Property tax exemption for disabled veterans or their unmarried surviving spouses. Basic exemption is $161,147 in assessed value; low-income disabled veterans may qualify for additional exemption. Must have service-connected disability rating from VA.

Annual tax savings based on exemption amount and local tax rate

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

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

Key Details

  • Up to $161,147 assessed value exemption
  • For disabled veterans with service-connected disability
  • Also available to unmarried surviving spouses
  • Low-income veterans may qualify for more
  • File with County Assessor by February 15

How to Apply

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(925) 313-7600

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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).
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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: Ongoing; file by February 15 for current year

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