Washington
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Property Tax
2 benefitsDisabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
Income-based property tax exemption for disabled veterans. Veterans with income $40,000 or less are exempt from all regular and excess levies on first $150,000 of assessed value, with partial exemptions at higher income levels.
Property Tax Deferral for Disabled Veterans
Disabled veterans who qualify for the property tax exemption may defer remaining property taxes. Deferred taxes become a lien on the property, payable upon sale or transfer.
Income Tax
1 benefitNo State Income Tax
Washington has no state income tax. All income including military retirement pay and VA disability compensation is state income tax-free.
Vehicle / Registration
2 benefitsDisabled Veteran License Plates
Free DV license plates for qualifying disabled veterans.
Military Specialty License Plates
Specialty plates available including Veteran, Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, POW, and branch-specific plates.
Education
4 benefitsWashington State Veteran Tuition Waiver
Full waiver of tuition and fees at Washington public colleges and universities, up to 200 quarter credits or equivalent.
Dependents of Deceased/Disabled Veterans Tuition Waiver
Tuition waiver at Washington state public institutions for children and spouses of veterans who died or are 100% permanently disabled as a result of service.
In-State Tuition for Veterans
Veterans receive in-state tuition at all Washington public institutions regardless of residency. Washington was early to comply with federal Section 702.
Washington National Guard Postsecondary Education Grant
Grant covering tuition at public institutions for active National Guard members.
Employment
3 benefitsState Veteran Hiring Preference
Scoring criteria for state employment that includes veteran preference.
WorkSource Veteran Services
Priority of service at WorkSource career centers with dedicated LVER and DVOP specialists for veterans.
Professional License Reciprocity
Military experience accepted toward licensing with expedited licensing for veterans and military spouses.
Hunting & Fishing
2 benefitsReduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing Licenses
Reduced-fee hunting and fishing licenses for disabled veterans with 30%+ service-connected disability.
Free Hunting and Fishing Licenses for 100% Disabled Veterans
Free hunting and fishing licenses for veterans with 100% service-connected disability.
Healthcare
4 benefitsVA Medical Centers in Washington
VA Puget Sound (Seattle & American Lake/Tacoma), Mann-Grandstaff (Spokane), and Jonathan M. Wainwright (Walla Walla) VA Medical Centers with extensive CBOC network.
Washington State Veterans Homes
State veterans homes in Orting, Retsil, Walla Walla, and Spokane providing skilled nursing, domiciliary, and adult family home care.
Vet Centers
Readjustment counseling at Vet Centers in Bellingham, Everett, Federal Way, Lakewood, Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, and Yakima.
WDVA Behavioral Health Services
State-funded veteran behavioral health programs including peer support and counseling referrals.
Free Stuff & Parks
2 benefitsFree Discover Pass (State Parks)
Free Discover Pass for day-use at Washington state parks and recreation lands, normally $30/year.
Free "VETERAN" Designation on Driver's License
Free "VETERAN" designation on Washington driver's license or ID card.
Other Benefits
5 benefitsWDVA Claims Assistance
Free VA claims assistance through state veteran service officers with offices across Washington state.
Veterans Treatment Courts
Specialty courts available in King County, Pierce County, Spokane County, and others for veterans in the justice system.
Washington State Veterans Cemetery
Free burial for eligible veterans at the state veterans cemetery in Medical Lake near Spokane.
Military Leave for State Employees
Washington state employees receive 21 days of paid military leave per year.
Veterans Innovation Partnership (VIP)
WDVA program providing grants to organizations serving Washington veterans.