| County | State Rate | County Rate | Combined Rate | Major City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6% | 0% | 6% | Middlebury | |
| Bennington | 6% | 0% | 6% | Bennington |
| Caledonia | 6% | 0% | 6% | St. Johnsbury |
| Chittenden | 6% | 0% | 6% | Burlington |
| Essex | 6% | 0% | 6% | Newport |
| Franklin | 6% | 0% | 6% | St. Albans |
| Grand Isle | 6% | 0% | 6% | North Hero |
| Lamoille | 6% | 0% | 6% | Hyde Park |
| Orange | 6% | 0% | 6% | Chelsea |
| Orleans | 6% | 0% | 6% | Newport |
| Rutland | 6% | 0% | 6% | Rutland |
| Washington | 6% | 0% | 6% | Montpelier |
| Windham | 6% | 0% | 6% | Brattleboro |
| Windsor | 6% | 0% | 6% | Woodstock |
The Vermont sales tax rate is 6% as of 2026. This rate applies to most purchases made within the state, with some exceptions for certain types of goods and services. Vermont has a relatively simple sales tax system, with no additional local taxes imposed by counties or cities.
It’s worth noting that Vermont has a number of exemptions and exclusions from sales tax, including groceries, clothing, and prescription medications. These exemptions can help reduce the overall tax burden on consumers and make certain essential items more affordable.
Vermont’s sales tax exemptions are designed to help low- and moderate-income families, as well as individuals with certain medical needs. For example, the exemption on prescription medications can help make it easier for people to afford the medications they need to stay healthy.
Vermont sales tax is collected by the Vermont Department of Taxes. The department is responsible for administering and enforcing the state’s sales tax laws, including registering businesses, collecting tax payments, and conducting audits.
Vermont has an economic nexus threshold of $100,000 or more in annual gross sales, which means that out-of-state businesses that meet this threshold must register for and collect Vermont sales tax. This threshold applies to businesses that sell tangible personal property, as well as certain digital goods and services.