10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Vermont
If you are comparing property taxes across Vermont, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Windsor County, comes in at 1.98% — 0.27% higher than the Vermont average (1.71%). The statewide effective rate is 1.71%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windsor County | 1.98% | $5,282 | $267,400 |
| 2 | Windham County | 1.87% | $4,968 | $265,100 |
| 3 | Washington County | 1.87% | $5,491 | $293,900 |
| 4 | Rutland County | 1.86% | $4,057 | $218,400 |
| 5 | Caledonia County | 1.83% | $3,951 | $215,900 |
| 6 | Orange County | 1.75% | $4,399 | $251,000 |
| 7 | Bennington County | 1.71% | $4,396 | $257,400 |
| 8 | Addison County | 1.69% | $5,649 | $333,700 |
| 9 | Essex County | 1.69% | $2,828 | $167,500 |
| 10 | Orleans County | 1.68% | $3,579 | $213,300 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Vermont often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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