Veterans

Welcome to Military and Veteran Friendly North Dakota

North Dakota welcomes active-duty service members, Veterans and their families to find the good life you seek. In fact, we are adopting policies, developing resources and creating opportunities to be the most military friendly state in the nation. It’s an extraordinary place to advance a career, launch a business, be on the cusp of leading technology — and to discover inviting communities and outstanding outdoors.

If you are currently in the military planning to relocate to one of North Dakota’s installations soon or discharging from service and seeking new opportunities, here are 10 reasons why North Dakota is the place for you:

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Income tax exemption for active and retired military

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Property tax credit for Vets with disability level of 50%

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Many DoD SkillBridge participating employers

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CDL test waived for some service members

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Provisional licensing may be available for spouse's career

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VA healthcare services in 12 locations

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Vet discounts for hunting, fishing and state parks

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Resident college tuition rates for service members and family

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#1 for Economic Environment

Source: Wallethub 2022

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#1 for Job Opportunities for Military Retirees

Source: Wallethub 2022

Get the Intel

Learn more about the programs and services North Dakota offers to serve and support our Veterans and their families, see the ND Department of Veterans Affairs website.

We’ve also made it easy to talk to a real North Dakotan about housing and things to do. Our volunteer community champions can even help connect you to employers looking for skills like yours or your spouse’s.

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