Vermont Sales Tax (2026)
Vermont's state sales tax is 6%, and the average combined rate with local taxes is 6.43%.
Vermont sales tax at a glance
| State rate | 6% |
|---|---|
| Average local rate | 0.43% |
| Average combined rate | 6.43% |
| Highest local add-on | 1% |
| Groceries | Exempt (soft drinks taxable) |
| Clothing | Exempt |
| Vehicles | 6% purchase and use tax at DMV on the greater of price or J.D. Power clean trade-in value, instead of sales tax |
Sales tax on common purchases (6.43%)
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $1.29 | $21.29 |
| $100 | $6.43 | $106.43 |
| $500 | $32.15 | $532.15 |
| $1,000 | $64.30 | $1064.30 |
| $30,000 | $1929.00 | $31929.00 |
Sources: taxfoundation.org · tax.vermont.gov · tax.vermont.gov · dmv.vermont.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Vermont?
The state rate is 6%. With local taxes, the average combined rate is 6.43%, and local add-ons can reach 1%.
Are groceries taxed in Vermont?
Exempt (soft drinks taxable)
Is clothing taxed in Vermont?
Exempt
How are car purchases taxed in Vermont?
6% purchase and use tax at DMV on the greater of price or J.D. Power clean trade-in value, instead of sales tax