2026 VA Disability — Illinois

10% VA Disability Benefits in Illinois

Federal monthly pay + 6 state-specific benefits — updated for 2026 COLA.

2026 Monthly Pay (Veteran Alone)
$180.42
Tax-free · Direct deposit · Priority Group 3 VA Healthcare
2026 Monthly Pay — All Household Sizes
Veteran AloneWith SpouseSpouse + 1 ChildVA Healthcare
$180.42 $180.42 $180.42 Priority Group 3
Property Tax Exemption — Illinois

Illinois 100% P&T veterans receive a full property tax exemption on their primary residence — known as the Disabled Veterans Standard Homestead Exemption.

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Illinois State Benefits for Veterans
  • Full Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)
  • Free Hunting & Fishing License (any disability rating)
  • Free State Parks Admission (100% P&T)
  • State Income Tax Exemption on VA Pay
  • Veterans' Job Preference in state employment
  • Illinois Veterans Grant (tuition waiver at state schools)

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10% VA Disability Benefits by State
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