Homeowners in Swanton, Vermont paid a median $4,370 a year in property tax on a median home worth $229,000, an effective rate of about 1.91% (Census 2020–2024).
1.41%Franklin County overall
Swanton vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Swanton
At the local 1.91% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $2,862 | $239 |
| $250,000 | $4,771 | $398 |
| $350,000 | $6,679 | $557 |
| $500,000 | $9,541 | $795 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Vermont
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Burlington pop. 44,675
- South Burlington pop. 20,756
- Rutland pop. 15,712
- Essex Junction pop. 10,803
- Bennington pop. 9,245
- Barre pop. 8,412
- Winooski pop. 8,293
- Montpelier pop. 8,014
- Brattleboro pop. 7,657
- Middlebury pop. 7,220
- Chittenden County pop. 169,758
- Rutland County pop. 60,425
- Washington County pop. 60,017
- Windsor County pop. 57,990
- Franklin County pop. 50,638
- Windham County pop. 45,923
- Addison County pop. 37,664
- Bennington County pop. 37,269
- Caledonia County pop. 30,475
- Orange County pop. 29,761
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Swanton, Vermont?
Homeowners in Swanton, Vermont paid a median $4,370 a year in property tax on a median home worth $229,000, an effective rate of about 1.91% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Swanton?
About $4,771 a year at the 1.91% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Swanton higher than the rest of Vermont?
Swanton ranks #66 lowest of 99 Vermont places we track. The statewide effective rate is 1.59%. Franklin County overall is 1.41%.