Washington County, VT property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Washington County is 1.87%, above the Vermont median of 1.71% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $5,491 a year on a home worth $293,900.
- Effective rate
- 1.87%
- Median annual bill
- $5,491
- Median home value
- $293,900
- Rank in Vermont
- 2of 14
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $3,740 | $312 |
| $300,000 | $5,610 | $468 |
| $400,000 | $7,480 | $623 |
| $500,000 | $9,350 | $779 |
| $750,000 | $14,025 | $1,169 |
| $1,000,000 | $18,700 | $1,558 |
Washington County compared with Vermont and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County | 1.87% | $5,491 | $293,900 |
| Vermont median | 1.71% | $4,956 | $290,500 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Washington County, VT?
The median effective property tax rate in Washington County is 1.87% of home value, above the Vermont median of 1.71% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $5,491 a year on a median home value of $293,900 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in Washington County?
About $7,480 per year at the county's median effective rate of 1.87%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
How does Washington County compare with the rest of Vermont?
Washington County ranks 2 of 14 Vermont counties by effective rate. The Vermont median is 1.71% and the median bill is $4,956.