Wisconsin Veterans & Surviving Spouses Property Tax Credit

Wisconsin Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Property tax credit for disabled Wisconsin veterans (service-connected disability rating of 70% or higher) and unremarried surviving spouses. Total property tax exemption available for 100% disabled veterans. Credit varies for partial disability ratings.

Credit amount based on VA disability rating and property tax owed

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

Key Details

  • 100% exemption for 100% disabled veterans
  • Partial credit for 70-90% disability rating
  • For service-connected disabilities
  • Also available to unremarried surviving spouses
  • File with local assessor annually

How to Apply

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(608) 266-2486

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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 claim by property tax due date

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