State Veterans Department
Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs
Standout State Benefits
What's unique to Washington
State benefits layered on top of federal VA coverage. File federal first, then layer state.
Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Vets
Income-based property tax exemption for 80%+ service-connected disabled vets on primary residence
No state income tax
Washington has no state income tax — military retirement and VA benefits effectively untaxed
Veterans Innovations Program (VIP)
Emergency financial assistance grants for eligible WA veterans in crisis (utilities, mortgage, etc.)
Washington in the News
Latest coverage mentioning Washington
Beyond the headset: How immersive technology is reshaping Veteran care
VA News · Oct 19
National Guardsman shot while breaking up fight in DC
Task & Purpose · Oct 19
National Guardsman arrested in DC for carrying pistol without permit
Task & Purpose · Oct 2
Survey finds overwhelming opposition to TCAVA omnibus bill
DAV · Sep 10
Guardsman faces felony charges for pulling gun after grooming standards argument
Task & Purpose · Sep 8
Puppies with a purpose visit VA’s Central Office
VA News · Aug 26
Veterans Crisis Line