What is the property tax rate in Vermont?

Vermont has an effective property tax rate of 1.59%, ranking it #5 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $5,039 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Vermont?

Property taxes in Vermont are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (1.59%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Vermont has the lowest property taxes?

Among Vermont's 14 counties, Windsor County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Vermont have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Vermont offers several property tax exemptions including: Homestead Declaration, Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

Vermont Property Tax Rate

14 Counties

1.59%effective rate

Vermont has an effective property tax rate of 1.59%, ranking it #5 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Vermont pays $5,039 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $316,600. This rate is 73% higher than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

1.59%

#5 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$5,039

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$316,600

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 647,106

Property Tax Rates by County in Vermont

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Windsor County	1.84%	$5,458	$296,400
#2	Rutland County	1.81%	$4,154	$229,400
#3	Windham County	1.81%	$5,062	$279,600
#4	Caledonia County	1.76%	$4,022	$227,900
#5	Essex County	1.76%	$3,035	$172,500
#6	Washington County	1.75%	$5,498	$315,000
#7	Orange County	1.66%	$4,516	$271,300
#8	Orleans County	1.65%	$3,692	$223,400
#9	Bennington County	1.64%	$4,580	$279,900
#10	Addison County	1.58%	$5,690	$361,200
#11	Lamoille County	1.57%	$4,785	$304,700
#12	Chittenden County	1.51%	$6,617	$439,200
#13	Franklin County	1.41%	$4,332	$306,700
#14	Grand Isle County	1.32%	$5,195	$394,100

How Vermont Compares

Vermont

1.59%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

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State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,770

$398/month · Rate: 1.59%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

1.59%

Vermont Property Tax Exemptions

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Homestead Declaration

Property taxes adjusted based on household income; may be significantly reduced

Primary residence owners who file a Homestead Declaration

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Disabled Veteran

Up to $10,000 in assessed value for 50%+ disability; up to $40,000 for totally disabled

Veterans with service-connected disability of 50% or more

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in Vermont?

There is no statewide due date. Each Vermont town sets its own property tax due date(s), so schedules vary widely, from a single annual payment to quarterly installments.

Dates vary by locality

Vermont property taxes are administered locally by each town/city, and due dates are set by the municipality. Towns bill once per year but may collect in one annual lump sum, semi-annual, or quarterly installments on locally chosen dates (e.g., a single payment in early November in some towns; quarterly on August 15, November 15, February 15 and May 15 in others). Owners must check with their town treasurer.

If you pay late: Late-payment penalties and interest are set locally by each municipality and typically include interest (often around 1% per month) plus a collection penalty.

See how Vermont compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Nearby States

Massachusetts

1.07%

New Hampshire

1.66%

New York

1.55%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.