Veteran Benefits in Missouri

Veteran Benefits & Resources

Veteran Benefits & Resources in Missouri

Introduction

Missouri is home to more than 400,000 military veterans, supported by a strong network of state programs, VA healthcare systems, and local veteran service organizations. With a long history of military service and a centralized support structure, Missouri provides a range of benefits for veterans and their families.

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

Key Veteran Benefits in Missouri

Disabled Veteran Property Tax Credit

Missouri offers a Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) program that can provide relief to eligible disabled veterans and low-income homeowners.

Source:
https://dor.mo.gov/taxation/individual/tax-types/property-tax-credit/

Missouri Veterans Commission Programs

Provides support for veterans including benefits assistance, healthcare coordination, and access to state veterans homes.

Source:
https://mvc.dps.mo.gov

Veteran Employment Preference

Veterans receive preference in Missouri state government hiring, helping improve access to public sector employment.

Source:
https://oa.mo.gov/personnel

Veteran Designation on Missouri Driver License

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

Source:
https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/veteran-designation.html

Missouri Veterans Homes

Missouri operates one of the largest state veterans home systems in the country.

Source:
https://mvc.dps.mo.gov/veterans-homes/

VA Disability Benefits by Rating in Missouri

Understanding how your VA disability rating impacts your benefits can help you take full advantage of both federal VA programs and Missouri-specific benefits.

100% Disabled Veterans

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

In Missouri, this includes:

• Potential property tax relief through state programs depending on eligibility
• Full federal VA compensation at the highest rate
• Comprehensive VA healthcare at no cost
• Eligibility for CHAMPVA (dependents) and commissary/exchange privileges
• Access to Missouri Veterans Commission programs and support services

Missouri provides meaningful support, though tax benefits are more limited compared to some other states.

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 but still supportive.

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 a Missouri 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

Missouri veterans have access to a strong VA healthcare network.

VA Medical Centers

• Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital – Columbia, MO
• St. Louis VA Medical Center – St. Louis, MO
• Kansas City VA Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

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