Franklin County, Vermont Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Vermont. Population: 15,288.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $4,244, which is 9% lower than the Vermont state average and 121% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $285,500. Property taxes represent 5.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,244
-9% vs State
+121% vs US
Median Home Value
$285,500
+5% vs State
+35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.49%
-13% vs State
+57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,404
$367/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,878
$323/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 | $4,244 +1.4% | 1.49% |
| 2022 | $4,186 +7.9% | 1.59% |
| 2021 | $3,879 +3.5% | 1.67% |
| 2020 | $3,747 +0.7% | 1.71% |
| 2019 | $3,720 | 1.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,078
per year
Monthly Tax
$354
per month
Other Counties in Vermont
Windham County
Tax: $4,968/yr Rate: 1.87%
Bennington County
Tax: $4,396/yr Rate: 1.71%
Windsor County
Tax: $5,282/yr Rate: 1.98%
Essex County
Tax: $2,828/yr Rate: 1.69%
Rutland County
Tax: $4,057/yr Rate: 1.86%
Orleans County
Tax: $3,579/yr Rate: 1.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Vermont? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $4,244 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $285,500.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 121% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
In Franklin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,404 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,878. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $79,078. 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.