Hawaii veteran disability benefits
State benefits that Hawaii offers veterans with a service-connected disability, on top of your federal VA compensation. Each one links to its official source. This is educational information, not legal advice, and Hawaii's agency makes the final eligibility call.
Real Property Tax Exemption for Totally Disabled Veterans
Exempts an owner-occupied home from real property tax (other than the minimum tax) for a totally disabled veteran.
Requires a 100% rating; surviving spouse may qualify; administered at the county level so specifics vary by island.
Official source (verified 2026-06-08)Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Exempts a passenger car owned by a totally disabled veteran from certain vehicle taxes/fees.
Details vary by county/island.
Official source (verified 2026-06-08)Military Retirement Pay Not Taxed
Military retired pay is fully exempt from Hawaii income tax.
Not rating-gated; VA disability compensation is likewise not taxed.
Official source (verified 2026-06-08)Most state benefits scale with your VA combined rating.
Estimate your combined rating for free, then see what you can claim to reach the thresholds above.
VA Disability Pro is an independent tool. It is not the VA, not a law firm, and not a VA-accredited representative. State benefits and eligibility change; always confirm with the official sources linked above.