Veterans in Mississippi are eligible for the same VA disability compensation and other federal benefits as veterans in any other state. However, each state offers some of its own unique benefits for veterans who are considered disabled by the VA. Below you will find a list of Mississippi disabled veteran benefits.
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In this article about Mississippi disabled veteran benefits:
- Mississippi property tax benefits
- Mississippi vehicle registration benefits
- Mississippi education benefits
- Mississippi hunting and fishing licenses
- Other veteran benefits in Mississippi
- VA facilities in Mississippi
- Mississippi military bases with toxic exposure
- Woods & Woods: Mississippi VA disability appeal lawyers
- Frequently asked questions
Mississippi property tax benefits
Honorably discharged veterans with a 100% VA rating are eligible for a full property tax exemption on the assessed value of their home. Unmarried surviving spouses of these veterans may also qualify for this benefit.
Mississippi vehicle registration benefits
Mississippi veterans can receive a “veteran” designation on their license for a fee.
The state also offers 68 specialty license plates for service members and veterans. Some, including Medal of Honor and Purple Heart plates, are free of charge. Surviving spouses may be eligible for some of these plates as well. For more information, visit the Army’s state benefits website.
Additionally, veterans with a 100% permanent and total VA rating can purchase a Mississippi Disabled American Veteran license plate for $1. This discount can be applied to two motor vehicle plates or one motorcycle plate. Veterans with TDIU and nonpermanent lower disability ratings may also be eligible. To find out if you qualify, contact the Mississippi VA.
Mississippi education benefits
Local school boards may award honorary high school diplomas to veterans of World War II or the Korean and Vietnam wars who were unable to graduate because of their military service.
Veterans from any state can qualify for in-state tuition to Mississippi public colleges and universities.
Mississippi hunting and fishing licenses
100% disabled veterans in Mississippi do not have to purchase hunting or fishing licenses. Instead, they must carry proof of age, residency, and their disability rating while hunting or fishing.
Other veteran benefits in Mississippi
In addition to access to five state veterans homes, Mississippi veterans and service members may qualify for a number of other benefits through the state. For more information, visit the Army’s website on state benefits or the Mississippi VA website.
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VA facilities in Mississippi
We share more about where to find VA facilities in Mississippi including regional offices, medical facilities, and VA cemeteries.
VA regional offices in Mississippi
Each state has at least one VA regional office (VARO) that provides in-person services to help veterans with VA benefits and claims. Offices also offer information about veteran medical help, education and career counseling, memorial benefits, aid for homeless veterans, and more. Below is the VARO in Mississippi.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jackson VA Regional Benefit Office | 1600 E. Woodrow Wilson Ave. Jackson, MS, 39216 View on Google Maps |
VetSuccess offices in Mississippi
VetSuccess on campus (VSOC) offices are located on college campuses around Mississippi and the country. These partnerships between schools and the VA aid veterans in obtaining educational benefits and find their best path forward when seeking a degree.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| VetSuccess on Campus at University of Southern Mississippi (USM) | 3503 Morningside Drive Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 View on Google Maps |
VA medical facilities in Mississippi
VA medical facilities offer medical information and assistance for veterans. Vets may also receive their compensation and pension (C&P) exam at many of these facilities. The VA uses the information gathered at a C&P exam to determine how severe a veteran’s condition is and whether it is service connected. Below is a list of VA medical facilities in Mississippi.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biloxi VA Medical Center | 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS, 39531-2410 View on Google Maps |
| G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | 1500 East Woodrow Wilson Avenue Jackson, MS, 39216-5116 View on Google Maps |
| Jackson VA Domiciliary | 5354 I-55 South Frontage Road East Harbor House Chemical Dependency Services Jackson, MS, 39272-9119 View on Google Maps |
| Kosciusko VA Clinic | 405 West Adams Street Kosciusko, MS, 39090-3617 View on Google Maps |
| Meridian VA Clinic | 2103 13th Street Meridian, MS, 39301-4045 View on Google Maps |
| Greenville VA Clinic | 1651 Highway 1 South Suite 1D Greenville, MS, 38701-7803 View on Google Maps |
| Hattiesburg VA Clinic | 5003 Hardy Street Tower B, Suite 402 Hattiesburg, MS, 39402-1331 View on Google Maps |
| Natchez VA Clinic | 105 Northgate Drive Suite 2 Natchez, MS, 39120-9162 View on Google Maps |
| Columbus VA Clinic | 824 Alabama Street Columbus, MS, 39702-5436 View on Google Maps |
| McComb VA Clinic | 1308 Harrison Avenue McComb, MS, 39648-2830 View on Google Maps |
| Dogwood View Parkway VA Clinic | 6522 Dogwood View Parkway Suite F Jackson, MS, 39213-7858 View on Google Maps |
| Tupelo VA Clinic | 1114 Commonwealth Blvd Tupelo, MS, 38804-4753 View on Google Maps |
| Holly Springs VA Clinic | 1700 Crescent Meadows Drive Holly Springs, MS, 38635-7417 View on Google Maps |
Vet Centers in Mississippi
Vet Centers provide veterans with counseling and referral services, many of which are community-based. These centers also offer services for family members of veterans.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jackson Vet Center | 15 River Bend Place Suite 15A Flowood, MS, 39232 View on Google Maps |
| Biloxi Vet Center | 288 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS, 39531 View on Google Maps |
VA cemeteries in Mississippi
VA cemeteries can be found all over the U.S. and are dedicated resting places for those who honorably served their country. Veterans or families can make arrangements to be laid to rest in a VA cemetery. Qualifying spouses of veterans may also be eligible. You can find eligibility requirements for VA cemeteries here. Below is a list of VA cemeteries in Mississippi.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biloxi National Cemetery | 101 Memorial Drive Biloxi, MS, 39531-2410 View on Google Maps |
| Corinth National Cemetery | 1551 Horton St Corinth, MS, 38834-5842 View on Google Maps |
| Natchez National Cemetery | 41 Cemetery Rd Natchez, MS, 39120 View on Google Maps |
| Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery – Newton | 248 Honor Cir Newton, MS, 39345 View on Google Maps |
| Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery – Kilmichael | 2 Legion Rd Kilmichael, MS, 39747 View on Google Maps |
Mississippi military bases with toxic exposure
Dangerous toxins have been found in the groundwater and soil at various military bases in Mississippi like Columbus Air Force Base.
Veterans who were subject to toxic exposure at a Mississippi military installation and later developed health complications may be eligible for VA disability benefits. Below is a list of Mississippi military bases that have been affected by toxic exposure.
For more information about toxins at Mississippi military bases and how exposure may affect your health, check out our Military Bases Toxic Exposure Map.
Woods & Woods: Mississippi VA disability appeal lawyers
Woods & Woods is an accredited VA disability law firm that serves veterans nationwide. Our team of VA disability lawyers serve Mississippi from Jackson to Biloxi and everywhere in between. We have helped tens of thousands of veterans across the U.S. fight the VA for the full benefits they deserve, including countless veterans in Mississippi.
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Frequently asked questions
Some Mississippi 100% disabled veteran benefits include a full property tax exemption as well as a hunting and fishing license exemption. The state also offers other benefits to disabled veterans with lower VA ratings.
Each state has at least one VA regional office that provides in-person services to help veterans with VA benefits and claims. The Mississippi regional office is located in Jackson.
Neil Woods
Neil Woods is a VA disability attorney and the owner and president of Woods & Woods. He received his law degree from Western Michigan University.
