Estimate your Vermont property tax based on the state's 1.75% average effective rate. Enter your home value for an instant, free calculation.
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Vermont has a high effective property tax rate of 1.75%, ranking 5th nationally. Vermont's education funding system pools property tax revenue statewide and redistributes it based on student counts, creating a unique dynamic where local rates can be high regardless of local wealth.
Vermont uses a statewide education property tax plus local school and municipal taxes. The education tax rate is set by the legislature based on per-pupil spending targets. Towns with above-average per-pupil spending pay higher education rates.
| Home Value | Estimated Annual Tax | Monthly (Escrow) |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $4,375 | $364/mo |
| $305,400 (median) | $5,345 | $445/mo |
| $600,000 | $10,500 | $875/mo |
Vermont's Renter and Homeowner Rebate program provides income-based relief for residents who pay more than a certain percentage of income in property taxes. There is no traditional homestead exemption, but income sensitivity programs provide meaningful relief.
Vermont property taxes are due August 15 (municipal and education taxes together) in most towns, though schedules vary.
Chittenden County (Burlington) has the highest values. The unique statewide education funding system means wealthy resort towns like Stowe effectively subsidize education in poorer communities across Vermont.