Military retirement and state taxes
Missouri doesn't tax military retirement pay.
Fort Leonard Wood · Whiteman Air Force Base
VA loans in Missouri
Can you use a VA loan in Missouri?
Yes. You can use a VA loan anywhere in Missouri, from St. Louis to Kansas City. Missouri doesn't tax military retirement pay. We lend in Missouri and help military families buy across the state, including Guard and Reserve families.
Good to know
What's different about buying in Missouri
Property tax help for disabled Veterans
Missouri has no statewide disabled Veteran property tax exemption, but income-based property tax credits and some local programs can help. Apply through your local tax office after you move in.
Rural homes work with VA too
Around Fort Leonard Wood and Whiteman, many homes sit on acreage with wells and septic. VA loans work fine there as long as the property meets VA standards.
Tax rules shown are general and current as of October 2026. Confirm the details with your county or the state before you rely on them.
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Bases I help families buy near
Wherever your orders say, we lend there. Here's where families usually look.
- Fort Leonard WoodWaynesville, St. Robert, Rolla
Buying near Fort Leonard Wood → - Whiteman Air Force BaseKnob Noster, Warrensburg, Sedalia
Buying near Whiteman Air Force Base →
Missouri questions
Straight answers
Does Missouri tax military retirement pay?
Missouri doesn't tax military retirement pay. VA disability compensation isn't taxed.
What property tax breaks do disabled Veterans get in Missouri?
Missouri has no statewide disabled Veteran property tax exemption, but income-based property tax credits and some local programs can help. Rules and amounts can change, so confirm with your local tax office.
Can I use a VA loan anywhere in Missouri?
Yes. VA loans work in cities, suburbs and rural areas across Missouri, as long as the home will be your main residence and meets VA property standards. We lend statewide, so we can help wherever you're buying.
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