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Essex County

Essex County, Vermont

Effective Tax Rate

1.69%

Median Annual Tax

$2,828

How Essex County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Essex County$2,828
Vermont State Average$4,648
National Average$1,924

Essex County

1.69%

Effective rate

Vermont Avg

1.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,098

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,628

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,828

Monthly Escrow

$236

Effective Rate

1.69%

vs. Vermont State Average▼ 39.2% below
vs. National Average▲ 5.1% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Essex County, Vermont?
The effective property tax rate in Essex 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 Essex County?
The median annual property tax payment in Essex County is $2,828. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,098, while those without a mortgage pay $2,628.
How does Essex County compare to the Vermont average?
Essex County's effective tax rate of 1.69% is lower than the Vermont state average of 1.70%. The median annual property tax in Essex County is $2,828, compared to the state average of $4,648.
What is the median home value in Essex County, Vermont?
The median home value in Essex County, Vermont is $167,500, 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

Addison County(VT)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$5,649

Orleans County(VT)

Rate1.68%
Median Tax$3,579

Lamoille County(VT)

Rate1.67%
Median Tax$4,771

Bennington County(VT)

Rate1.71%
Median Tax$4,396
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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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