Vermont Property Tax Rates 2026
Compare property tax rates across all 14 counties in Vermont. The state average effective rate is 1.65% with a median annual tax bill of $4,759.
2026 Property Tax by County in Vermont
| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax / Yr | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Addison County | 1.58% | $5,690 | $361,200 |
| 2 | Bennington County | 1.64% | $4,580 | $279,900 |
| 3 | Caledonia County | 1.76% | $4,022 | $227,900 |
| 4 | Chittenden County | 1.51% | $6,617 | $439,200 |
| 5 | Essex County | 1.76% | $3,035 | $172,500 |
| 6 | Franklin County | 1.41% | $4,332 | $306,700 |
| 7 | Grand Isle County | 1.32% | $5,195 | $394,100 |
| 8 | Lamoille County | 1.57% | $4,785 | $304,700 |
| 9 | Orange County | 1.66% | $4,516 | $271,300 |
| 10 | Orleans County | 1.65% | $3,692 | $223,400 |
| 11 | Rutland County | 1.81% | $4,154 | $229,400 |
| 12 | Washington County | 1.75% | $5,498 | $315,000 |
| 13 | Windham County | 1.81% | $5,062 | $279,600 |
| 14 | Windsor County | 1.84% | $5,458 | $296,400 |
About Vermont Property Taxes
Vermont has 14 counties, each with its own property tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The state's average effective rate of 1.65% is above the national average of 0.92%.
Use our property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill based on your specific home value and county.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax rate in Vermont?
The average effective property tax rate in Vermont is 1.65%, based on the median property tax paid divided by median home value across all 14 counties.
Which county in Vermont has the lowest property tax?
The lowest effective rate in Vermont is in Grand Isle County at 1.32%.
Which county has the highest property tax in Vermont?
The highest effective rate is in Windsor County at 1.84%.
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. Variables: B25103 (Median Real Estate Taxes Paid), B25077 (Median Home Value). Public domain. Effective rate = median tax ÷ median home value × 100.