Windsor County, Vermont Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Vermont. Population: 18,618.
The median annual property tax in Windsor County is $5,282, which is 14% higher than the Vermont state average and 175% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $267,400. Property taxes represent 7.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,282
+14% vs State
+175% vs US
Median Home Value
$267,400
-2% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
+15% vs State
+108% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,610
$468/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,884
$407/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 | $5,282 +4.6% | 1.98% |
| 2022 | $5,050 +5.5% | 2.02% |
| 2021 | $4,785 +2.5% | 2.11% |
| 2020 | $4,668 +0.1% | 2.13% |
| 2019 | $4,662 | 2.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,247
per year
Monthly Tax
$440
per month
Other Counties in Vermont
Bennington County
Tax: $4,396/yr Rate: 1.71%
Rutland County
Tax: $4,057/yr Rate: 1.86%
Orleans County
Tax: $3,579/yr Rate: 1.68%
Grand Isle County
Tax: $4,927/yr Rate: 1.36%
Addison County
Tax: $5,649/yr Rate: 1.69%
Lamoille County
Tax: $4,771/yr Rate: 1.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Windsor County, Vermont? ▼
The median annual property tax in Windsor County is $5,282 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $267,400.
How does Windsor County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Windsor County are 175% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Windsor County? ▼
In Windsor County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,610 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,884. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Windsor County? ▼
Property taxes in Windsor County represent approximately 7.0% of the median household income of $75,247. 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.