Minnesota Veteran Benefits
Complete guide to state benefits for Minnesota veterans in 2026
Minnesota Military Retirement Tax
Minnesota offers military retirement pay subtraction with partial exclusion. VA disability compensation is tax-free under federal law.
Minnesota Veteran Benefits Summary: Minnesota offers military retirement subtraction, property tax exclusion for 100% disabled veterans (Market Value Exclusion), the Minnesota GI Bill, and strong employment preferences. Minnesota has approximately 310,000 veterans.
State Income Tax
Military retirement: Subtraction available
VA disability: Tax-free (federal law)
Property Tax
- 100% disabled: $300,000 exclusion
- 70-99% disabled: $150,000 exclusion
Education
- Minnesota GI Bill: Up to $10,000
- Surviving Spouse Grant: Available
Employment
- Veterans' Preference: Points in hiring