Massachusetts disabled veteran property tax exemption (2026)
Clause 22 abatement of $400 at 10%+ and $1,000 at 100%. Larger for paraplegic and adapted-housing veterans.
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Free. Applies your rating, VA pay and this exemption to any home.
Property tax break by VA rating
| VA rating | Property tax break | Saves / yr* |
|---|---|---|
| 10–90% | $400 tax credit | $400 |
| 100% or IU | $1,000 tax credit | $1,000 |
*Example: a $400,000 home at Massachusetts's average property tax rate of 1.04%, about $4,160 a year before any exemption. Your bill depends on your county and home. IU means paid at the 100% rate for individual unemployability. P&T means permanent and total. Exemptions aren't automatic: you apply with your county assessor after you buy.
Military retirement pay
Military retirement not taxed.
VA disability pay is tax-free in every state.
Home loan and down payment help
- MassHousing ↗ (state housing agency: first-time buyer and down payment programs)
Programs change often. Check income limits, first-time buyer rules and whether they can be combined with a VA loan.
Get help in Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Executive Office of Veterans Services ↗: free help with state veteran benefits.
- Your county assessor's office handles the property tax exemption application.