Vermont property tax
Northeast region · 14 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
Vermont has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 1.73% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — +60.3% versus the US average of 1.08%, well above the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $5,156 on a median home worth around $301,075. Vermont ranks #5 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, Windsor County is highest at 1.98% and Grand Isle County is lowest at 1.35%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Vermont property tax at a glance
| Figure | Vermont |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 1.73% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 1.70% |
| Typical median bill | $5,156 |
| Typical median home value | $301,075 |
| Versus US average rate | +60.3% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #5 |
| Counties | 14 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Vermont counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in Vermont, highest effective rate first. Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windsor County | $5,282 | $267,400 | 1.98% |
| 2 | Windham County | $4,968 | $265,100 | 1.87% |
| 3 | Washington County | $5,491 | $293,900 | 1.87% |
| 4 | Rutland County | $4,057 | $218,400 | 1.86% |
| 5 | Caledonia County | $3,951 | $215,900 | 1.83% |
| 6 | Orange County | $4,399 | $251,000 | 1.75% |
| 7 | Bennington County | $4,396 | $257,400 | 1.71% |
| 8 | Addison County | $5,649 | $333,700 | 1.69% |
| 9 | Essex County | $2,828 | $167,500 | 1.69% |
| 10 | Orleans County | $3,579 | $213,300 | 1.68% |
| 11 | Lamoille County | $4,771 | $285,200 | 1.67% |
| 12 | Chittenden County | $6,527 | $404,500 | 1.61% |
| 13 | Franklin County | $4,244 | $285,500 | 1.49% |
| 14 | Grand Isle County | $4,927 | $363,500 | 1.35% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How Vermont compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont (this state) | 1.73% | $5,156 | +60.3% |
| New Hampshire | 1.80% | $6,480 | +66.9% |
| Texas | 1.62% | $4,366 | +49.6% |
| Wisconsin | 1.56% | $3,902 | +44.8% |
| Nebraska | 1.54% | $3,518 | +43.1% |
| Connecticut | 1.92% | $6,883 | +78.1% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in Vermont?
Vermont's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 1.73% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), +60.3% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $5,156 on a $301,075 home. It ranks #5 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which Vermont county has the highest property tax?
In Vermont, Windsor County has the highest effective property-tax rate at 1.98% (median tax $5,282). The lowest is Grand Isle County at 1.35%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in Vermont?
Vermont is high on property tax at a 1.73% effective rate, well above the US average effective rate. The median Vermont home is worth about $301,075 and the median bill is around $5,156. Rates vary widely between its 14 counties.
How is the Vermont property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (1.70%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20