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Arkansas · Disability
Disability benefits in Arkansas
Based on Federal VA regulations and Arkansas state-published veteran benefits. This page is a free community resource. We are not VA-accredited and do not file claims or provide legal advice (per 38 U.S.C. § 5904).
Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 · Next review: 2026-10-18
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Primary sources: 38 CFR Part 4, Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Arkansas publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs before relying on this page for filing decisions.
Federal disability compensation (same in every state)
The VA may rate service-connected disabilities under 38 CFR Part 4 and pay monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1110 (wartime) or § 1131 (peacetime). The combined-rating estimator computes an estimated monthly amount under 38 CFR § 4.25 if you have one or more rated conditions.
- Combined Rating Estimator: estimate your overall rating under 38 CFR § 4.25.
- 2026 VA Compensation Rates: current monthly rate tables.
- How to File a Disability Claim: federal claim walkthrough.
Arkansas disability-related programs
These programs are administered by Arkansas, not by the federal VA. Eligibility, application processes, and benefit amounts are set by the state and may change. Each item links to the authoritative source.
Other Arkansas-published programs
- Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption. Arkansas exempts the homestead and personal property from ad valorem tax for veterans rated 100% service-connected disabled (including unemployability) and for certain surviving spouses and minor dependent children of eligible veterans. Source.
- Military Retirement Income Exemption. Arkansas fully exempts military retirement pay from state income tax. VA disability compensation is already federally tax-exempt; this change affects retirement income only. Source.
- Arkansas State Veterans Homes. Arkansas operates veterans homes in Fayetteville and North Little Rock offering long-term skilled nursing care. Admission is subject to availability and combined VA and state eligibility rules. Source.
- Veteran Designation on Arkansas Driver License. Arkansas driver licenses and state ID cards may display a "VETERAN" designation at no additional fee with DD-214 verification through the Arkansas DFA Motor Vehicles Division. Source.
Where to get free, accredited help in Arkansas
Many Arkansas counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs typically maintains a current directory.
- VA OGC accredited representative search (AR): the official federal directory.
- Arkansas CVSO / VSO directory: published by the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs: state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.