Vermont homeowners paid a median $5,039 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 1.59%. The lowest county is Grand Isle County (1.32%) and the highest is Windsor County (1.84%) (Census 2020–2024).
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All 14 Vermont counties, lowest rate first
| # | County | Median tax | Median value | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Isle County | $5,195 | $394,100 | 1.32% |
| 2 | Franklin County | $4,332 | $306,700 | 1.41% |
| 3 | Chittenden County | $6,617 | $439,200 | 1.51% |
| 4 | Lamoille County | $4,785 | $304,700 | 1.57% |
| 5 | Addison County | $5,690 | $361,200 | 1.58% |
| 6 | Bennington County | $4,580 | $279,900 | 1.64% |
| 7 | Orleans County | $3,692 | $223,400 | 1.65% |
| 8 | Orange County | $4,516 | $271,300 | 1.66% |
| 9 | Washington County | $5,498 | $315,000 | 1.75% |
| 10 | Essex County | $3,035 | $172,500 | 1.76% |
| 11 | Caledonia County | $4,022 | $227,900 | 1.76% |
| 12 | Windham County | $5,062 | $279,600 | 1.81% |
| 13 | Rutland County | $4,154 | $229,400 | 1.81% |
| 14 | Windsor County | $5,458 | $296,400 | 1.84% |
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.
Frequently asked questions
What county has the lowest property tax in Vermont?
Grand Isle County, with a median effective rate of 1.32% ($5,195 median tax), per Census 2020–2024.
What county has the highest property tax in Vermont?
Windsor County at 1.84% ($5,458 median tax).
How much is property tax in Vermont?
Vermont homeowners paid a median $5,039 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 1.59%. The lowest county is Grand Isle County (1.32%) and the highest is Windsor County (1.84%) (Census 2020–2024).