North Dakota Veteran Benefits
Complete guide to state benefits for North Dakota veterans in 2026
North Dakota Military Retirement Tax
North Dakota taxes military retirement pay but offers other benefits. VA disability is tax-free under federal law. Note: ND has low income tax rates.
North Dakota Veteran Benefits Summary: North Dakota taxes military retirement but has low rates (1.95% top rate). It offers property tax credits for disabled veterans, free tuition for dependents of deceased/disabled veterans, and the ND Veterans Home. North Dakota has approximately 50,000 veterans.
State Income Tax
Military retirement: Fully taxed
VA disability: Tax-free (federal law)
Note: ND has low rates (max 1.95%)
Property Tax
- Disabled veteran: $8,100 credit
- Homestead: Credits available
Education
- Dependent tuition: Free for deceased/disabled veteran dependents
- In-state tuition: For all veterans
Employment
- Veterans' Preference: Points in hiring
2026 BAH Rates for North Dakota
| Installation | E-5 w/Dep |
|---|---|
| Minot AFB | $1,341 |
| Grand Forks AFB | $1,332 |