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Michigan · Disability
Disability benefits in Michigan
Based on Federal VA regulations and Michigan 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, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Michigan publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency 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.
Michigan disability-related programs
These programs are administered by Michigan, 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.
Property tax exemption
Michigan may exempt the principal residence from property tax for veterans rated 100% service-connected or receiving specially adapted housing assistance; surviving spouses may continue the exemption under conditions.
Read the ruleVehicle registration and disabled-veteran plates
Michigan may issue Disabled Veteran license plates and waive certain registration fees for qualifying veterans through the Secretary of State.
Read the ruleOther Michigan-published programs
- Michigan Veterans Trust Fund. The Trust Fund provides emergency grants to eligible wartime veterans facing temporary financial hardship (rent, utilities, medical). Applications are processed through county veterans counselors; grant amounts are set by statute and program rules. Source.
- Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption. Michigan exempts the principal residence from property tax for veterans rated 100% service-connected disabled or receiving specially adapted housing assistance. Surviving spouses may continue the exemption under conditions. Source.
- Children of Veterans Tuition Grant. A tuition grant may be available to children of deceased or permanently and totally disabled Michigan veterans for use at Michigan public colleges and universities, subject to program eligibility rules. Source.
- Veteran Designation on Michigan Driver License. Michigan driver licenses and state ID cards may include a "Veteran" designation at no additional fee with DD-214 verification through the Secretary of State. Source.
Where to get free, accredited help in Michigan
Many Michigan counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency typically maintains a current directory.
- VA OGC accredited representative search (MI): the official federal directory.
- Michigan CVSO / VSO directory: published by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.
- Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency: state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.