Rutland County, Vermont Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Vermont. Population: 18,496.
The median annual property tax in Rutland County is $4,057, which is 13% lower than the Vermont state average and 111% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $218,400. Property taxes represent 6.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,057
-13% vs State
+111% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,400
-20% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.86%
+8% vs State
+96% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,091
$341/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,011
$334/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 | $4,057 +1.5% | 1.86% |
| 2022 | $3,997 +5.7% | 1.96% |
| 2021 | $3,780 +1.6% | 2.13% |
| 2020 | $3,721 +1.6% | 2.13% |
| 2019 | $3,664 | 2.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,778
per year
Monthly Tax
$338
per month
Other Counties in Vermont
Franklin County
Tax: $4,244/yr Rate: 1.49%
Windham County
Tax: $4,968/yr Rate: 1.87%
Caledonia County
Tax: $3,951/yr Rate: 1.83%
Washington County
Tax: $5,491/yr Rate: 1.87%
Addison County
Tax: $5,649/yr Rate: 1.69%
Orange County
Tax: $4,399/yr Rate: 1.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rutland County, Vermont? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rutland County is $4,057 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $218,400.
How does Rutland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rutland County are 111% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rutland County? ▼
In Rutland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,091 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,011. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rutland County? ▼
Property taxes in Rutland County represent approximately 6.3% of the median household income of $64,778. 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.