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.
Hawaii · Disability
Disability benefits in Hawaii
Based on Federal VA regulations and Hawaii 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, Hawaii Office of Veterans’ Services
Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Hawaii publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Hawaii Office of Veterans’ Services 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.
Hawaii disability-related programs
These programs are administered by Hawaii, 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 Hawaii-published programs
- Real Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans. Hawaii counties administer a real property tax exemption for totally disabled veterans on the primary residence. Eligibility and exemption amounts vary by county (Honolulu, Hawaii County, Maui, Kauai). Source.
- Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. Hawaii operates state veterans cemeteries on Oahu (Kaneohe), Hawaii Island, Maui, Kauai, and Molokai, offering burial and committal services to eligible veterans and dependents at no cost beyond federal standards. Source.
- No State Income Tax on Federal Military Retirement. Hawaii fully exempts federal military retirement pay from state income tax. VA disability compensation is already federally tax-exempt; this affects retirement income only. Source.
- Veteran Designation on Hawaii Driver License. Hawaii driver licenses and state ID cards may include a "VETERAN" designation at no additional fee with DD-214 verification through the county motor vehicle office. Source.
Where to get free, accredited help in Hawaii
Many Hawaii counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Hawaii Office of Veterans’ Services typically maintains a current directory.
- VA OGC accredited representative search (HI): the official federal directory.
- Hawaii CVSO / VSO directory: published by the Hawaii Office of Veterans’ Services.
- Hawaii Office of Veterans’ Services: state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.