Vermont Property Tax Data
ACS 2023 property tax data for 14 counties in VT.
The average median property tax in Vermont is $4,648/year, which is 142% above the national average of $1,923. The average effective tax rate is 1.72% on a median home value of $273,021. Taxes range from $2,828 in Essex County to $6,527 in Chittenden County.
State Average vs National Average
Median Annual Tax
$4,648
+142% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$273,021
+29% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
1.72%
+81% vs US avg
Lowest Property Taxes in Vermont
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Highest Property Taxes in Vermont
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Top 5 Lowest Tax Counties
All Counties in Vermont (14)
| County | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Addison County | $5,649 | 1.69% |
| Bennington County | $4,396 | 1.71% |
| Caledonia County | $3,951 | 1.83% |
| Chittenden County | $6,527 | 1.61% |
| Essex County | $2,828 | 1.69% |
| Franklin County | $4,244 | 1.49% |
| Grand Isle County | $4,927 | 1.36% |
| Lamoille County | $4,771 | 1.67% |
| Orange County | $4,399 | 1.75% |
| Orleans County | $3,579 | 1.68% |
| Rutland County | $4,057 | 1.86% |
| Washington County | $5,491 | 1.87% |
| Windham County | $4,968 | 1.87% |
| Windsor County | $5,282 | 1.98% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Vermont? ▼
The average median property tax paid in Vermont is $4,648 per year, based on ACS 2023 data. The average effective tax rate is 1.72%.
How does Vermont compare to the national average? ▼
Vermont property taxes are 142% above the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $4,648 per year compared to $1,923 nationally.
Which county in Vermont has the lowest property taxes? ▼
Essex County has the lowest median property tax in Vermont at $2,828 per year with an effective rate of 1.69%. The highest is Chittenden County at $6,527.
How are property taxes calculated? ▼
Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a property by the local tax rate (mill rate). Rates vary by county, city, and school district. The effective tax rate shown here is the median tax paid divided by the median home value, which provides a standardized comparison across counties.