Chittenden County, Vermont Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Vermont. Population: 44,771.
The median annual property tax in Chittenden County is $6,527, which is 40% higher than the Vermont state average and 239% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.61% on a median home value of $404,500. Property taxes represent 6.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,527
+40% vs State
+239% vs US
Median Home Value
$404,500
+48% vs State
+91% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.61%
-6% vs State
+69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,545
$545/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,480
$540/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 | $6,527 +1.9% | 1.61% |
| 2022 | $6,404 +6.9% | 1.69% |
| 2021 | $5,992 +4.4% | 1.81% |
| 2020 | $5,740 +2.5% | 1.83% |
| 2019 | $5,600 | 1.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,310
per year
Monthly Tax
$544
per month
Other Counties in Vermont
Lamoille County
Tax: $4,771/yr Rate: 1.67%
Windham County
Tax: $4,968/yr Rate: 1.87%
Essex County
Tax: $2,828/yr Rate: 1.69%
Orange County
Tax: $4,399/yr Rate: 1.75%
Addison County
Tax: $5,649/yr Rate: 1.69%
Windsor County
Tax: $5,282/yr Rate: 1.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chittenden County, Vermont? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chittenden County is $6,527 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.61% on a median home value of $404,500.
How does Chittenden County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chittenden County are 239% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chittenden County? ▼
In Chittenden County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,545 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,480. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chittenden County? ▼
Property taxes in Chittenden County represent approximately 6.9% of the median household income of $94,310. 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.