Washington disabled veteran property tax exemption (2026)
Income-based exemption at 80%+ or 100% IU (dropping to 40% in 2027). Each county sets its income limit; the app uses Pierce County's $64,000 and estimates a 50% tax cut. VA disability pay doesn't count.
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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* |
|---|---|---|
| 10–70% | No statewide exemption | — |
| 80–90% | If household income $64,000 or less, VA pay doesn't count: 50% of the tax bill removed | $1,680 |
| 100% or IU | If household income $64,000 or less, VA pay doesn't count: 50% of the tax bill removed | $1,680 |
*Example: a $400,000 home at Washington's average property tax rate of 0.84%, about $3,360 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
No state income tax.
VA disability pay is tax-free in every state.
Home loan and down payment help
- For veterans: WSHFC homebuyer programs (includes a veterans down payment loan) ↗
- Washington State Housing Finance Commission ↗ (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 Washington
- Washington Department of Veterans Affairs ↗: free help with state veteran benefits.
- Your county assessor's office handles the property tax exemption application.