Calculate Your Property Tax
Enter your home value, select a town, and choose between Homestead or Nonhomestead rates to see your estimated annual property taxes.
Compare Up to 3 Towns
Add towns to compare property tax rates side-by-side. See which offers the best value for your budget.
Interactive Tax Rate Map
Explore Homestead tax rates across Vermont. Click on any town to see detailed information.
Tax Burden Trends
Visualize how property tax burdens compare across your selected towns.
Understanding Vermont Property Taxes
Vermont property taxes are assessed by towns to fund local services and education. The state uses a unique system that includes a Common Level of Appraisal (CLA) to equalize property values across towns.
Homestead vs. Nonhomestead Rates
Homestead Rate: Applied to properties that are the primary residence of the owner. Vermont residents can declare their primary home as a homestead, which may result in lower effective tax rates depending on the town.
Nonhomestead Rate: Applied to second homes, vacation properties, commercial properties, and properties owned by non-residents. These rates are typically higher than homestead rates.
Common Level of Appraisal (CLA)
The CLA is a ratio that measures how close a town's assessed property values are to fair market value. A CLA of 1.0 (100%) means properties are assessed at full market value. A CLA below 1.0 means properties are assessed below market value. The state uses the CLA to ensure equitable education funding across all towns.
How Property Taxes Are Calculated
Vermont property taxes are calculated based on your home's assessed value and the applicable tax rate:
Annual Tax = (Assessed Home Value / 100) × Tax Rate
Factors Affecting Tax Rates
- Education funding requirements
- Municipal budget needs
- Property values and the CLA in your town
- State education funding formula
- Local voter-approved spending