Vermont Property Tax Rates by County (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates across 14 Vermont counties. Homeowners who believe their property is over-assessed can appeal their assessment. The deadline to appeal is Varies by municipality.
Effective Tax Rate
2.00%
Higher than the national median of 1.02%
Median Home Value
$266,250
Median Annual Tax Bill
$4,585
How Are Property Taxes Calculated in Vermont?
Property taxes in Vermont are based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by local tax rates set by school districts, municipalities, and other taxing authorities. The median effective tax rate across Vermont counties is 2.00%, which is above the national median of 1.02%.
If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, you have the right to appeal the assessment. TaxDrop handles the entire process — you only pay if we save you $500 or more.
All 14 Vermont Counties
| County | Eff. Tax Rate | Median Home Value | Median Annual Tax Bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison County → | 1.69% | $333,700 | $5,649 |
| Bennington County → | 1.71% | $257,400 | $4,396 |
| Caledonia County → | 1.83% | $215,900 | $3,951 |
| Chittenden County → | 1.61% | $404,500 | $6,527 |
| Essex County → | 1.69% | $167,500 | $2,828 |
| Franklin County → | 1.49% | $285,500 | $4,244 |
| Grand Isle County → | 1.36% | $363,500 | $4,927 |
| Lamoille County → | 1.67% | $285,200 | $4,771 |
| Orange County → | 1.75% | $251,000 | $4,399 |
| Orleans County → | 1.68% | $213,300 | $3,579 |
| Rutland County → | 1.86% | $218,400 | $4,057 |
| Washington County → | 1.87% | $293,900 | $5,491 |
| Windham County → | 1.87% | $265,100 | $4,968 |
| Windsor County → | 1.98% | $267,400 | $5,282 |
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Key Highlights
Highest Tax Rate
1.98%
Windsor County
Lowest Tax Rate
1.36%
Grand Isle County
Highest Tax Bill
$6,527
Chittenden County
Lowest Tax Bill
$2,828
Essex County
Think your property is over-assessed?
TaxDrop helps Vermont homeowners appeal their property tax assessment. You pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
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Filing a property tax appeal in Vermont is your legal right. Here is the basic process:
- Review your annual assessment notice from your local assessor.
- File your appeal before the deadline (Varies by municipality).
- Gather evidence: recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, and any independent appraisals.
- Attend a hearing or submit your evidence for review.
- Receive a decision on your assessed value.
TaxDrop handles this entire process for you. Our experts analyze your property, build your case, and represent you. You only pay if we save you $500 or more.
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30-60% of properties are over-assessed, but only 5% of homeowners challenge their bill. TaxDrop makes it easy to fight back. No upfront cost. No fee if we save you less than $500.
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