Orange County Property Tax Rate

Vermont

1.66%effective rate

Orange County, Vermont has an effective property tax rate of 1.66%, which is 80% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $271,300, homeowners pay approximately $4,516 per year in property taxes. Orange County ranks #7 out of 14 counties in Vermont for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$4,516

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$271,300

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

5.49%

Median income: $82,232

State Rank📍

#7

of 14 counties in VT

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$4,617

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$4,283

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Orange County pay on average $334 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Orange County Compares

Orange County
1.66%
Vermont Average
1.59%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Vermont

Windsor
1.84%
Rutland
1.81%
Windham
1.81%
Caledonia
1.76%
Essex
1.76%
Washington
1.75%
Orange
1.66%
Orleans
1.65%

Vermont Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Orange County homeowners

Homestead Declaration

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

Primary residence owners who file a Homestead Declaration

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

Property Tax Calculator

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,980

$415/month · Rate: 1.66%

Quick Facts

Population29,761
Owner-Occupied70.3%
National Rank#221 of 3,135
Median Income$82,232

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.