Bennington County, Vermont Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Vermont. Population: 11,074.
The median annual property tax in Bennington County is $4,396, which is 5% lower than the Vermont state average and 129% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $257,400. Property taxes represent 6.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,396
-5% vs State
+129% vs US
Median Home Value
$257,400
-6% vs State
+22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.71%
-1% vs State
+80% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,442
$370/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,313
$359/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,396 +1.8% | 1.71% |
| 2022 | $4,317 +8.5% | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $3,979 +0.0% | 1.82% |
| 2020 | $3,979 +3.6% | 1.89% |
| 2019 | $3,842 | 1.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,494
per year
Monthly Tax
$366
per month
Other Counties in Vermont
Franklin County
Tax: $4,244/yr Rate: 1.49%
Essex County
Tax: $2,828/yr Rate: 1.69%
Lamoille County
Tax: $4,771/yr Rate: 1.67%
Caledonia County
Tax: $3,951/yr Rate: 1.83%
Windsor County
Tax: $5,282/yr Rate: 1.98%
Rutland County
Tax: $4,057/yr Rate: 1.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bennington County, Vermont? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bennington County is $4,396 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $257,400.
How does Bennington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bennington County are 129% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bennington County? ▼
In Bennington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,442 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,313. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bennington County? ▼
Property taxes in Bennington County represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $71,494. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.