Kentucky veteran disability benefits
State benefits that Kentucky 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 Kentucky's agency makes the final eligibility call.
Homestead Exemption (disabled)
Disabled veterans qualify for the homestead exemption, reducing taxable assessed value ($49,100 for 2025-2026).
Available to veterans classified totally disabled (service-connected); confirm whether your rating meets the 'totally disabled' standard with your PVA.
Official source (verified 2026-06-08)Hunting/Fishing License Fee Exemption
Kentucky resident veterans 50%+ disabled may hunt and fish without buying a license, or buy a discounted combo license.
Obtain a card from the Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Division of Law Enforcement.
Official source (verified 2026-06-08)Tuition Waiver for Dependents/Spouse (100% disabled)
Spouse and children of a 100% service-connected (or P&T) disabled veteran pay no tuition or matriculation fees at Kentucky state-supported colleges.
Per KRS 164.515: qualifies if P&T for pension purposes OR 100% for compensation. Children covered until degree, 45 months, or age 26.
Official source (verified 2026-06-08)Military Retirement / Disability Pay Exclusion
Kentucky excludes up to $31,110 of pension income (including military retired pay) and does not tax military disability retirement pay.
Pension exclusion is not rating-gated.
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.