The rate in context
On a $400,000 home, 1.51% means roughly $6,040 per year in property tax, escrowed monthly, so it lands directly in your payment and your debt-to-income ratio.
Exemptions and notes
A statewide education property tax applies separate homestead and non-homestead rates, with income-based adjustments for qualifying residents.
Sources: Tax Foundation 2026 (2024 ACS); VT Dept. of Taxes (Act 181 of 2024). County-level rates vary; your county page has local detail.
Counties in Vermont
FAQ
What is the average property tax rate in Vermont?
The average effective property tax rate in Vermont is about 1.51%, per Tax Foundation 2026 (2024 ACS); VT Dept. of Taxes (Act 181 of 2024). Individual counties vary above and below that average.
How do Vermont property taxes affect my mortgage?
Taxes are escrowed into your monthly payment, so a higher rate directly reduces how much house you qualify for. A statewide education property tax applies separate homestead and non-homestead rates, with income-based adjustments for qualifying residents.