Veteran Benefits in Nebraska
Veteran Benefits & Resources
Veteran Benefits & Resources
Nebraska is home to more than 110,000 military veterans and offers a strong network of support through state programs, VA healthcare systems, and local veteran service organizations. With a focus on tax relief, education, and community support, Nebraska provides a range of benefits for veterans and their families.
This guide highlights key benefits, healthcare services, and organizations available in Nebraska so veterans can easily access assistance with education, housing, employment, healthcare, and community support.
Nebraska provides a property tax exemption for disabled veterans, with benefits based on disability rating and income eligibility. Veterans rated at 100% may qualify for a full exemption on their primary residence.
Source:
https://revenue.nebraska.gov/PAD/homestead-exemption
Provides tuition waivers for dependents of disabled veterans attending Nebraska public colleges and universities.
Source:
https://veterans.nebraska.gov
Veterans receive preference in Nebraska state hiring, improving access to public sector employment.
Source:
https://das.nebraska.gov/personnel
Veterans can add a “Veteran” designation to their Nebraska driver license or ID.
Source:
https://dmv.nebraska.gov
Provides assistance with VA claims, benefits navigation, and access to veteran programs.
Source:
https://veterans.nebraska.gov
Understanding how your VA disability rating impacts your benefits is especially important in Nebraska, where state-level property tax benefits are tied to disability rating and income eligibility.
Veterans with a 100% service-connected disability rating receive the highest level of support.
In Nebraska, this includes:
• Full Property Tax Exemption on your primary residence (subject to income 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 additional state-level support programs
Nebraska provides strong tax relief for qualifying veterans, particularly at the 100% disability level.
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 may apply depending on eligibility criteria.
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.
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 services
These ratings provide important foundational support.
No matter your rating, working with a Nebraska 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.
Nebraska veterans have access to a strong VA healthcare network.
• Omaha VA Medical Center – Omaha, NE
• VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System – Omaha/Grand Island, NE
These facilities provide primary care, specialty care, mental health services, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
Clinics are located throughout Nebraska, including Lincoln, North Platte, and Scottsbluff.
Provide confidential counseling and transition support.
VA Facility Locator
https://www.va.gov/find-locations/
Nebraska veterans can receive assistance from County Veterans Service Officers, who help:
• File VA disability claims
• Access federal and state benefits
• Obtain military service records
• Connect with local resources
Nebraska operates veterans homes providing long-term care services.
• Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home – Bellevue, NE
• Western Nebraska Veterans Home – Scottsbluff, NE
• Grand Island Veterans Home – Grand Island, NE
Source:
https://veterans.nebraska.gov
Veterans can access housing support through VA programs such as HUD-VASH, along with nonprofit programs across the state.
Source:
https://www.va.gov/homeless/
Supports programs and services for veterans across Nebraska.
https://nebraskaveteransfoundation.org
Provides community engagement and wellness programs for veterans.
Provides financial and housing assistance to veterans and military families.
https://operationhomefront.org
Provides training and counseling.
Provides mentorship and support.
Federal certification for veteran-owned businesses.
https://www.va.gov/osdbu/entrepreneurs/
Nebraska hosts:
• Veteran job fairs
• Stand Down events
• Resource fairs
• Networking groups
Contact a County Veterans Service Officer
Visit a VA facility
Explore Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs
Connect with nonprofit organizations
Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs
https://veterans.nebraska.gov
Know a Nebraska veteran-owned business or nonprofit that should be featured?
Submit a nomination or tag them on the Veterans Intel Report Facebook page.
We highlight veteran-owned businesses every month as part of our Salute & Support Sunday series.
Last Updated: May 2026