Washington Veteran Benefits
Complete guide to state benefits for Washington veterans in 2026
Washington Tax Advantage
Washington has no state income tax! Military retirement pay, VA disability compensation, and all other income are completely tax-free at the state level.
Washington Veteran Benefits Summary: Washington offers no state income tax, property tax exemptions for disabled veterans (income-based), the Veterans Innovation Partnership, state veterans homes, and employment preferences. Washington has approximately 500,000 veterans.
State Income Tax
Military retirement: No state tax
VA disability: No state tax
Washington is one of 9 states with no income tax.
Property Tax Exemptions
- Disabled veterans: Income-based exemptions
- Senior/disabled: Additional relief available
- Contact county assessor for details
Education Benefits
- Tuition waiver: For children of deceased/disabled veterans
- In-state tuition: Guaranteed for veterans
- GI Bill support: State match programs
Employment Benefits
- Veterans' Preference: 5-10% in state hiring
- Disabled veteran: Additional preference
2026 BAH Rates for Washington Bases
| Installation | E-5 w/Dep |
|---|---|
| Seattle / JBLM | $2,853 |
| Bremerton / Bangor | $2,490 |
| Fairchild AFB | $1,692 |