Property Tax Exemption — North Carolina
100% P&T Status: North Carolina grants a full property tax exclusion on the first $45,000 of appraised value, with many counties offering complete exemptions for 100% P&T veterans.
→ Official North Carolina Property Tax Source
→ Official North Carolina Property Tax Source
2026 VA Monthly Compensation — All Ratings
Federal pay rates apply to all states. 2026 rates reflect the 2.8% COLA adjustment. Tax-free.
| Rating | Veteran Alone | With Spouse | Healthcare | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | $180.42 | PG 3 | — |
| 20% | $356.66 | $356.66 | PG 3 | — |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 | PG 2 | — |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 | PG 2 | — |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 | PG 1 | — |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 | PG 1 | — |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 | PG 1 | TDIU Eligible |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 | PG 1 | TDIU Eligible |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 | PG 1 | TDIU Eligible |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 | PG 1 | — |
Source: VA.gov 2026 Compensation Rate Tables. Rates verified January 2026.
North Carolina State Highlights for Veterans
- Free lifetime hunting and fishing license for veterans with 50%+ permanent disability.
- 100% P&T veterans get free admission to all NC State Parks.
- North Carolina does not tax VA disability compensation.
- North Carolina has one of the largest veteran populations in the South.
North Carolina State-Specific Benefits
- Full Property Tax Exclusion (100% P&T)
- Free Lifetime Hunting & Fishing License (50%+ permanent disability)
- Free NC State Park Admission (100% P&T)
- State Income Tax Exemption on VA Pay
- Veterans Employment Preference in NC state government
- NC Tuition Assistance for Dependents of 100% P&T Veterans
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All VA disability compensation is federal and applies equally in North Carolina. The amounts below are 100% tax-free at both the federal and state level.