TaxBy County

Chittenden County

Chittenden County, Vermont

Effective Tax Rate

1.61%

Median Annual Tax

$6,527

How Chittenden County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Chittenden County$6,527
Vermont State Average$4,648
National Average$1,924

Chittenden County

1.61%

Effective rate

Vermont Avg

1.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$6,545

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,480

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,527

Monthly Escrow

$544

Effective Rate

1.61%

vs. Vermont State Average▲ 40.4% above
vs. National Average▲ 142.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Chittenden County, Vermont?
The effective property tax rate in Chittenden County, Vermont is 1.61%. 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 Chittenden County?
The median annual property tax payment in Chittenden County is $6,527. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,545, while those without a mortgage pay $6,480.
How does Chittenden County compare to the Vermont average?
Chittenden County's effective tax rate of 1.61% is lower than the Vermont state average of 1.70%. The median annual property tax in Chittenden County is $6,527, compared to the state average of $4,648.
What is the median home value in Chittenden County, Vermont?
The median home value in Chittenden County, Vermont is $404,500, 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

Lamoille County(VT)

Rate1.67%
Median Tax$4,771

Orleans County(VT)

Rate1.68%
Median Tax$3,579

Essex County(VT)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$2,828

Addison County(VT)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$5,649
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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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