Nevada Veteran Benefits

Complete guide to state benefits for Nevada veterans in 2026

Nevada Tax Advantage

Nevada has no state income tax! Military retirement pay, VA disability compensation, and all other income are completely tax-free at the state level.

Nevada Veteran Benefits Summary: Nevada offers no state income tax, property tax exemptions for disabled veterans ($30,800 for wartime veterans, additional for disabled), free vehicle registration, and state employment preferences. Nevada has approximately 200,000 veterans.

State Income Tax

Military retirement: No state tax

VA disability: No state tax

Nevada is one of 9 states with no income tax.

Property Tax Exemptions

  • Wartime veteran: $30,800 exemption
  • Disabled veteran: Additional exemptions based on rating
  • 100% disabled: Full exemption available

Vehicle Benefits

  • 100% disabled: Free vehicle registration
  • POW/Medal recipients: Special plates
  • Disabled veteran plates: Available

Employment Benefits

  • Veterans' Preference: 5-10 points in state hiring
  • Disabled veteran preference: 10 points

2026 BAH Rates for Nevada Bases

InstallationE-5 w/Dep
Las Vegas / Nellis AFB$2,265
Reno$2,274
Fallon NAS$1,680