New Hampshire Veteran Tax Exemptions 2026

New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages or earned income, so there is no state-level tax on your VA disability compensation to begin with. That puts you in a solid position before any additional veteran benefits apply. The state also offers a property tax credit for disabled veterans that reduces your annual bill, with the amount tied to your rating. If you own a home in New Hampshire, filing for that credit is worth the paperwork. This page covers both benefits and the steps to claim them.

Does New Hampshire tax VA disability income?

New Hampshire does not tax earned wages, and it does not tax VA disability compensation either. Your monthly VA pay is not subject to New Hampshire income tax.

New Hampshire property tax exemption for disabled veterans

$700 to $4K abatement. New Hampshire has no wage income tax. Property tax credit by rating tier.

The property tax credit in New Hampshire applies annually to your primary residence, and even veterans at lower rating levels qualify for a meaningful reduction. The credit stacks on top of the already favorable income tax situation, making New Hampshire one of the more veteran-friendly states for overall tax burden.

What rating do you need in New Hampshire?

The size of your break depends on your combined VA rating. In New Hampshire, the break is tiered, so even a partial rating can lower your property tax bill, and the amount climbs as your rating climbs. Not sure what your combined rating works out to? Run it through our VA disability calculator first, and if you are aiming for the top tier, check whether you qualify for Permanent and Total status.

How to claim your New Hampshire exemption

1. Confirm your current combined rating and whether it is Permanent and Total. Your VA award letter shows both.
2. Gather your DD-214 and your VA disability award letter. Most New Hampshire offices ask for both.
3. Contact your county tax assessor for the property tax exemption, and the your state tax agency or Department of Veterans Affairs for the income side.
4. File before your county deadline. Many counties require you to apply once, then renew only if your rating changes.

Always confirm the current figures and deadlines with your county assessor and the New Hampshire Department of Veterans Affairs before you rely on them. Rules and dollar amounts change year to year.