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Vermont Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Vermont sales tax is 6% state + local (Burlington 7%). Use the calculator for instant estimates—free, no signup.

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Override local rates (optional)

Use this on state pages when you only know the base state rate. City pages should use the prefilled local breakdown.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for Vermont.

Effective Tax Rate: 6.000%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$6.00
Total Price$106.00

Rate Breakdown

State6.000%
County0.000%
City0.000%
Special District0.000%
Base combined6.000%
Total6.000%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. Optionally adjust local option rate if you know your municipality (e.g., Burlington 1%).
  3. Tax = Price × (Total Rate / 100); total = Price + Tax.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using the combined rate:

  • Total Rate: State (6%) + Local option (up to 1%)
  • Tax Amount: Price × (Total Rate / 100)
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Vermont Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Vermont's base sales tax rate is 6% in 2026. Some municipalities add a 1% local option tax (e.g., Burlington 7% combined). Use the calculator above for instant estimates or our city pages for exact combined rates—free, no signup.

Vermont Sales Tax Structure (2026)

Vermont has a 6% state sales tax. Some municipalities impose a 1% local option tax (e.g., Burlington 7% combined).

  • State rate: 6%
  • Local option: up to 1% (Burlington 1%)
  • Typical combined rate: 6% to 7% (Burlington 7%)

Sales Tax Rates for Major Vermont Areas

Use city pages for the most accurate combined rate.

AreaExample combined rateCalculator
Burlington7%Burlington Sales Tax Calculator
Montpelier6%—

How to Find Your Exact Vermont Sales Tax Rate

Combined rates vary by municipality. Use the calculator above with your known local option, or check the Vermont Department of Taxes Sales and Use Tax. For Burlington: Burlington Sales Tax Calculator, or browse Vermont tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the Vermont state sales tax rate in 2026?

Vermont has a 6% statewide sales tax. Some municipalities add a 1% local option tax (Burlington 7% combined).

Q:Is Vermont sales tax the same in every city?

No. The state rate is 6% everywhere; some municipalities add a 1% local option (e.g., Burlington 7%).

Q:Are groceries taxed in Vermont?

Groceries (food for home consumption) and prescription drugs are exempt from Vermont sales tax.

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Burlington, Vermont?

Burlington's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 7%: 6% Vermont state plus 1% local option tax.