Vermont has a state sales tax of 6%, plus an average local rate of 0.39%, for a combined average of 6.39% (Tax Foundation, January 1, 2026).
Combined Avg Rate
6.39%
Tax Foundation, January 1, 2026
State Rate
6%
Avg Local Rate
0.39%
Tax on $100
$6.39
| State Rate | 6% | Vermont base rate — Tax Foundation, January 1, 2026 |
| Avg Local Rate | 0.39% | Population-weighted average — Tax Foundation, January 1, 2026 |
| Combined Avg Rate | 6.39% | State + average local |
| Tax on $100 | $6.39 | At combined avg rate |
| Est. Annual Tax | $1,150 | Illustration: $30,000 spending, 60% taxable (assumptions) |
Vermont imposes a 6% state sales tax on most retail purchases. Local jurisdictions (counties and cities) add a population-weighted average of 0.39% on top, bringing the combined average to 6.39%. Rates vary by location — some areas may be higher or lower than this average.
Sales taxes are typically not applied to groceries, prescription drugs, and some other categories in most states. The actual tax you pay may be lower than the calculated estimate if a significant portion of your spending is on exempt items.
