This tool provides estimates for educational purposes only. We are not accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and do not file claims, provide legal advice, or represent veterans before the VA (38 U.S.C. § 5904). For official assistance, contact a VSO, CVSO, or VA-accredited attorney.
Delaware · Disability
Disability benefits in Delaware
Based on Federal VA regulations and Delaware 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, Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs
Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Delaware publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Delaware Commission 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.
Delaware disability-related programs
These programs are administered by Delaware, 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 Delaware-published programs
- Disabled Veterans School Tax Credit. Delaware offers a credit against school property tax on the primary residence for veterans rated 100% permanent and totally service-connected disabled. The state reimburses counties for the credit; surviving spouses may continue the credit under conditions. Source.
- Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Delaware operates state veterans memorial cemeteries in Bear and Millsboro, offering burial and committal services to eligible veterans and dependents at no cost beyond federal standards. Source.
- Military Retirement Pay Exemption. Delaware exempts a portion of federal military retirement pay from state income tax, with amounts expanded in recent legislative sessions. VA disability compensation is already federally tax-exempt; this affects retirement income only. Source.
- Veteran Designation on Delaware Driver License. Delaware driver licenses and state ID cards may include a "VETERAN" designation at no additional fee with DD-214 verification through the Delaware DMV. Source.
Where to get free, accredited help in Delaware
Many Delaware counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs typically maintains a current directory.
- VA OGC accredited representative search (DE): the official federal directory.
- Delaware CVSO / VSO directory: published by the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs.
- Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs: state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.