Disabled veterans of military service may be eligible for up to a $166,944 property tax exemption. Qualifying veterans must have been disabled due to a service-related injury or disease while in the armed forces, and must be a resident of California as of January 1 of the year in which they are applying for an exemption.

Veterans with 100% disability, or partially disabled and unemployable, or their unmarried surviving spouses, are eligible for up to a $111,296 exemption. If total household income does not exceed $49,979, the 100% disabled veteran may qualify for up to a $166,944 exemption.

Qualifying income levels are subject to change.

For information, call (650) 363-4500 or e-mail the Assessor's Office.