Vermont Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Vermont state sales tax is 6%, and the average shopper pays 6.43% once local taxes are added. Calculate the tax on any purchase, or work backwards from a receipt total.
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Sales tax on $100.00 at 6.43% is $6.43, for a total of $106.43.
Total with tax
$106.43
at 6.43% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $6.43
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6%
- Avg. local rate
- 0.43%
- max 1%
Vermont sales tax explained
Vermont charges a 6% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 1% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 6.43%, ranking #32 of the 50 states and D.C.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Vermont.
- Some towns add a 1% local option tax. Groceries and clothing are exempt; meals and rooms are taxed at 9%.
Quick reference at 6.43%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.61 | $26.61 |
| $100.00 | $6.43 | $106.43 |
| $500.00 | $32.15 | $532.15 |
| $1,500.00 | $96.45 | $1,596.45 |
| $30,000.00 | $1,929.00 | $31,929.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Vermont?
The Vermont state sales tax rate is 6%. Local rates add up to 1%, and the average shopper pays a combined 6.43%. That ranks Vermont #32 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Vermont?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Vermont.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Vermont?
At the average combined rate of 6.43%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $1,929. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Vermont motor vehicle agency for the exact rule.
How do I back out sales tax from a total?
Switch on "I know the total" above, or divide the total by 1 plus the rate. For example, a $108.25 receipt at 8.25% is $100.00 before tax.
Data sources & last verified
Last verified
- Tax Foundation, 2026 Sales Tax Rates, Midyear Update (state and average local rates as of July 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) Retrieved · effective July 1, 2026
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