New Jersey Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

New Jersey Division of Taxation

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Annual property tax exemption of $250 for honorably discharged veterans who are declared to be 100% permanently disabled by the VA. Also available to surviving spouses who have not remarried.

Annual property tax reduction of $250 for qualifying disabled veterans

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

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

Key Details

  • $250 annual property tax exemption
  • Must be 100% permanently disabled veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • No income limits
  • File with local tax assessor by October 1

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: October 1 for following tax year

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