Windham County, VT Property Tax: $4,968/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Windham County is 1.87% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $265,100, that works out to about $4,957 per year, or $413 per month. Windham County is located in southern Vermont, and is home to approximately 45,913 residents.
About Windham County
Windham County covers approximately 786.0 square miles in Vermont. The county is home to about 45,913 residents living in roughly 30,104 housing units, of which 47.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $68,021, and the median home was built in 1974.
Windham County borders Franklin County, Cheshire County, Sullivan County, Bennington County, Windsor 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 Windham County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Windham County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windham County, VT | 1.87% | $265,100 | $4,957 |
| Vermont state average | 1.72% | — | $4,560* |
| Franklin County | 1.51% | $303,400 | $4,595 |
| Cheshire County | 2.32% | $257,200 | $5,968 |
| Sullivan County | 2.38% | $236,300 | $5,616 |
| Bennington County | 1.71% | $257,400 | $4,396 |
| Windsor County | 1.98% | $267,400 | $5,282 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Windham County's median home value of $265,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Windham County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Vermont?
At 1.87%, Windham County is higher than the Vermont state average of 1.72%. On a home at the county median of $265,100, that means about $4,957 per year — versus $4,560 at the state average rate, a difference of $397 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Windham County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Windham County?
For a home at the county median value of $265,100, the annual property tax in Windham County is approximately $4,957 — or about $413 per month. For a home worth $397,650, expect around $7,436 per year. For a $530,200 home, approximately $9,915 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Windham County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Windham County are handled by the Windham 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 Windham 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 1.87% shown here. Contact the Windham 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