Veteran Benefits in Arkansas

Veteran Benefits & Resources

Veteran Benefits & Resources in Arkansas

Introduction

Arkansas is home to more than 200,000 military veterans and maintains a strong commitment to supporting those who served. With access to state programs, VA healthcare systems, and local veteran service organizations, Arkansas provides a range of benefits focused on tax relief, education, and community support.

This guide highlights key benefits, healthcare services, and organizations available in Arkansas so veterans can easily access assistance with education, housing, employment, healthcare, and community support.

Key Veteran Benefits in Arkansas

Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Arkansas provides a full property tax exemption for 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans on their primary residence, as well as for certain surviving spouses.

Source:
https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/property-tax/veterans/

Arkansas Tuition Waiver Program

Provides tuition waivers for dependents of disabled veterans, covering eligible education expenses at state-supported institutions.

Source:
https://www.dva.arkansas.gov

Veteran Employment Preference

Veterans receive preference in Arkansas state hiring, improving access to public sector employment.

Source:
https://www.transform.ar.gov/personnel

Veteran Designation on Arkansas Driver License

Veterans can add a “Veteran” designation to their Arkansas driver license or ID.

Source:
https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/driver-services/

Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs

Provides assistance with VA claims, benefits navigation, and access to veteran programs.

Source:
https://www.dva.arkansas.gov

VA Disability Benefits by Rating in Arkansas

Understanding how your VA disability rating impacts your benefits is especially important in Arkansas, where state-level benefits provide strong financial relief at higher disability ratings.

100% Disabled Veterans

Veterans with a 100% service-connected disability rating receive the highest level of support.

In Arkansas, this includes:

• Full Property Tax Exemption on your primary residence
• Full federal VA compensation at the highest rate
• Comprehensive VA healthcare at no cost
• Eligibility for CHAMPVA (dependents) and commissary/exchange privileges
• Additional benefits such as exemptions from certain state fees

Arkansas is considered a tax-friendly state for 100% disabled veterans.

70% Disabled Veterans

Veterans rated at 70% disability receive strong federal benefits and access to expanded programs.

Key benefits include:

• Higher monthly VA compensation
• Priority access to VA healthcare and specialty services
• Eligibility for Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU)
• Expanded access to mental health and long-term care programs

State-level benefits are more limited at this level.

50% Disabled Veterans

At the 50% disability rating, veterans reach an important healthcare threshold.

This includes:

• No-cost VA healthcare for all conditions
• Increased monthly compensation
• Access to a broader range of VA medical services and prescriptions

This level significantly improves access to care.

Lower Ratings (10%–40%)

Veterans with disability ratings between 10% and 40% still receive meaningful benefits, including:

• Monthly tax-free VA compensation
• VA healthcare for service-connected conditions
• Eligibility for Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) programs
• Access to local and state veteran support programs

These ratings provide important foundational support.

No matter your rating, working with an Arkansas Veterans Service Officer can help ensure you’re receiving every benefit you’ve earned and assist with increasing your rating if your condition has worsened.

VA & Healthcare Resources

Arkansas veterans have access to a strong VA healthcare network.

VA Medical Centers

• Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System – Little Rock, AR
• John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital – Little Rock, AR
• Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks – Fayetteville, AR

These facilities provide primary care, specialty care, mental health services, rehabilitation, and long-term care.