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Bennington County

Bennington County, Vermont

Effective Tax Rate

1.71%

Median Annual Tax

$4,396

How Bennington County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Bennington County$4,396
Vermont State Average$4,648
National Average$1,924

Bennington County

1.71%

Effective rate

Vermont Avg

1.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,442

per year

Without Mortgage

$4,313

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,396

Monthly Escrow

$366

Effective Rate

1.71%

vs. Vermont State Average▼ 5.4% below
vs. National Average▲ 63.4% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Bennington County, Vermont?
The effective property tax rate in Bennington County, Vermont is 1.71%. 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 Bennington County?
The median annual property tax payment in Bennington County is $4,396. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,442, while those without a mortgage pay $4,313.
How does Bennington County compare to the Vermont average?
Bennington County's effective tax rate of 1.71% is higher than the Vermont state average of 1.70%. The median annual property tax in Bennington County is $4,396, compared to the state average of $4,648.
What is the median home value in Bennington County, Vermont?
The median home value in Bennington County, Vermont is $257,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Vermont?
Property taxes in Vermont are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Addison County(VT)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$5,649

Essex County(VT)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$2,828

Orleans County(VT)

Rate1.68%
Median Tax$3,579

Lamoille County(VT)

Rate1.67%
Median Tax$4,771
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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.

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