Arkansas veteran benefits

Arkansas exempts military retirement pay from state income tax. The state runs two veterans nursing homes and two state veterans cemeteries, and veterans can put a Veteran mark on their driver license.

Military retirement payMilitary retirement pay is exempt from Arkansas income tax, and pay received for an injury or sickness from active service should not be included in taxable income.
Property taxArkansas offers property tax relief for some disabled veterans and surviving spouses, claimed through your county assessor. Ask the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs or your county for current eligibility.
Military retirement pay tax exemption
Taxes
Military retirement pay is exempt from Arkansas state income tax.
Military disability pay not taxed
Taxes
Pay received for injury or sickness from active service should not be included in Arkansas taxable income.
Veteran designation on driver license
Vehicles & ID
Honorably discharged Arkansas veterans can request a Veteran mark at a Driver Control Office using a DD-214, VA ID card or similar proof.
State veteran nursing homes
Health & Homes
The department operates two state veteran nursing homes.
State veterans cemeteries
Burial
Arkansas has two state veteran cemeteries, and you can apply to reserve a future burial space.
Disabled veteran property tax relief
Taxes
Arkansas has property tax relief for some disabled veterans; contact your county assessor for details.
Veteran license plates
Vehicles & ID
Arkansas offers veteran and disabled veteran plates; ask the Arkansas Office of Motor Vehicle for fees.
Hunting and fishing privileges
Recreation
Arkansas gives certain veterans license privileges; the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission lists current discounts.
Veteran employment services
Jobs
The department's Veteran Employment Services help with civilian career transition.

Last checked 2026-11. State rules change often; confirm with Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs before you rely on any benefit.

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