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Oregon veteran disability benefits

State benefits that Oregon 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 Oregon's agency makes the final eligibility call.

Property taxTypically requires a 40%+ combined rating

Disabled Veteran / Surviving Spouse Property Tax Exemption

Exempts a set amount (~$27k-$32k of assessed value, rising ~3%/yr) of a disabled veteran's homestead.

Requires VA (or physician) certification of 40%+ disability; Oregon resident living in the home; surviving spouse/partner may also qualify.

Official source (verified 2026-06-08)
Recreation & licensesTypically requires a 25%+ combined rating

Free Disabled Veteran Hunting/Fishing Combination License

Free combination hunting, fishing, and shellfish license plus a discounted $25 elk tag.

Requires a 25%+ service-connected rating and 6 months Oregon residency.

Official source (verified 2026-06-08)
Recreation & licenses

State Parks Special Access Pass

Free year-round camping and day-use parking at Oregon State Parks for veterans with a service-connected disability.

No specific percentage stated by ODVA; pass valid four years.

Official source (verified 2026-06-08)
Income tax

VA Disability Compensation Not Taxed

VA disability compensation is not included in Oregon taxable income.

Military retirement is generally taxable in Oregon (limited pre-Oct-1991 subtraction only).

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.