Oklahoma Veteran Benefits
Complete guide to state benefits for Oklahoma veterans in 2026
Oklahoma Tax Advantage
Oklahoma fully exempts military retirement pay from state income tax! VA disability is also tax-free under federal law.
Oklahoma Veteran Benefits Summary: Oklahoma offers full military retirement exemption, property tax exemptions for 100% disabled veterans (full exemption), free hunting/fishing licenses, and education benefits. Oklahoma has approximately 290,000 veterans.
State Income Tax
Military retirement: Fully exempt
VA disability: Tax-free (federal law)
Property Tax
- 100% disabled: Full exemption
- Homestead: $1,000 exemption
Recreation
- Disabled veterans: Free hunting/fishing
- State parks: Free camping
Employment
- Veterans' Preference: 5-10 points
2026 BAH Rates for Oklahoma
| Installation | E-5 w/Dep |
|---|---|
| Tinker AFB | $1,551 |
| Fort Sill | $1,281 |
| Altus AFB | $1,080 |