Wisconsin Veteran Tax Exemptions 2026

Wisconsin does not tax VA disability compensation. Your monthly VA pay is excluded from Wisconsin taxable income, so it never appears on your state return. The state also has a dedicated property tax credit for 100 percent permanently and totally disabled veterans, giving you a meaningful break on your home. This page covers the eligibility rules, how the credit is calculated, and how to claim it.

Does Wisconsin tax VA disability income?

No. Wisconsin does not tax VA disability compensation. The state treats it the same way the federal government does, which means it is left off your taxable income entirely. Whether you are rated 10 percent or 100 percent, your VA disability pay is not taxed by Wisconsin.

Wisconsin property tax exemption for disabled veterans

Property tax credit at 100% P&T. Wisconsin Veterans and Surviving Spouses Property Tax Credit.

The Wisconsin Veterans and Surviving Spouses Property Tax Credit is applied directly against what you owe, not just as a deduction from assessed value, which makes it a concrete, predictable saving for qualifying veterans who own a home.

What rating do you need in Wisconsin?

The size of your break depends on your combined VA rating. In Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs before you rely on them. Rules and dollar amounts change year to year.