Addison County Property Taxes

Addison County, Vermont

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

21.5% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$471/mo escrow

#7 of 14 counties in Vermont

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.69%

vs. Vermont Avg21.5% above
vs. National Avg110% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$333,700

State avg $273,021

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$5,974

$498/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$4,974

$415/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#7

of 14 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Addison County, Vermont

Addison's taxes rank high nationally

At 1.693%, Addison County's effective tax rate exceeds the national median of 1.099%, placing it in approximately the 78th percentile nationally. The median property tax here is $5,649, nearly double the national median of $2,690, reflecting both higher tax rates and more valuable homes.

Middle of the pack statewide

Addison County's effective rate of 1.693% runs slightly below Vermont's state average of 1.718%, ranking it in the middle tier among Vermont's 14 counties. The median tax bill of $5,649 is above the state average of $4,648.

Higher than Franklin County to the north

Addison's 1.693% rate edges out neighboring Chittenden County's 1.614% but trails Caledonia County's 1.830% to the northeast. Among nearby counties, only Bennington approaches Addison's tax burden with a 1.708% rate.

Expect $5,649 annually on median home

On the county's median home value of $333,700, an effective tax rate of 1.693% translates to an estimated annual tax of $5,649. Homeowners with mortgages typically pay $5,974, while those without pay around $4,974.

Many homeowners could appeal assessments

Studies show roughly one-third of homeowners are over-assessed relative to market value, potentially overpaying property taxes. If you believe your home's assessed value exceeds its market worth, filing an appeal with your local assessor is often a straightforward process worth exploring.

How Addison County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Addison County$5,649
Vermont State Average$4,648
National Average$1,924

Addison County

1.69%

Effective rate

Vermont Avg

1.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Addison County, Vermont?
The effective property tax rate in Addison County, Vermont is 1.69%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Addison County?
The median annual property tax payment in Addison County is $5,649. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,974, while those without a mortgage pay $4,974.
How does Addison County compare to the Vermont average?
Addison County's effective tax rate of 1.69% is lower than the Vermont state average of 1.70%. The median annual property tax in Addison County is $5,649, compared to the state average of $4,648.
What is the median home value in Addison County, Vermont?
The median home value in Addison County, Vermont is $333,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Addison County a low property tax area in Vermont?
Yes — Addison County's effective property tax rate of 1.69% is below the Vermont average of 1.70%. The median annual property tax of $5,649 is also comparable to the state average of $4,648, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Addison County rank for property taxes in Vermont?
Addison County ranks #7 out of 14 counties in Vermont by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.69% and median annual tax of $5,649, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.