Addison County, VT Property Tax: $5,649/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Addison County is 1.69% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $333,700, that works out to about $5,640 per year, or $470 per month. Addison County is located in western Vermont, and is home to approximately 37,497 residents.
About Addison County
Addison County covers approximately 766.3 square miles in Vermont. The county is home to about 37,497 residents living in roughly 17,521 housing units, of which 66.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $88,478, and the median home was built in 1977.
Addison County borders Essex County, Washington County, Chittenden County, Orange County, Rutland County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Vermont
Property taxes in Vermont are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Vermont offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Addison County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Addison County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison County, VT | 1.69% | $333,700 | $5,640 |
| Vermont state average | 1.72% | — | $5,740* |
| Essex County | 1.56% | $200,000 | $3,111 |
| Washington County | 2.08% | $185,000 | $3,852 |
| Chittenden County | 1.61% | $404,500 | $6,527 |
| Orange County | 1.75% | $251,000 | $4,399 |
| Rutland County | 1.86% | $218,400 | $4,057 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Addison County's median home value of $333,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Addison County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Vermont?
At 1.69%, Addison County is lower than the Vermont state average of 1.72%. On a home at the county median of $333,700, that means about $5,640 per year — versus $5,740 at the state average rate, a difference of $100 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Addison County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Addison County?
For a home at the county median value of $333,700, the annual property tax in Addison County is approximately $5,640 — or about $470 per month. For a home worth $500,550, expect around $8,459 per year. For a $667,400 home, approximately $11,279 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Addison County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Addison County are handled by the Addison County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Addison County?
Vermont counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.69% shown here. Contact the Addison County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File