Vermont sales tax calculator
Vermont’s state rate is 6%; the typical combined rate with local taxes is about 6.36%. Add or remove sales tax from any amount below.
Pre-tax
$100.00
Sales tax
$6.36
Total
$106.36
How sales tax works in Vermont
Vermont has a 6% state rate, and about a dozen towns add a 1% local option tax. Groceries, clothing and prescription drugs are exempt. Prepared food, restaurant meals and lodging carry a separate 9% rooms and meals tax.
Rates are approximate and current as of the 2024–2025 tax years. Local rates change and vary by address; confirm the exact figure with the Vermont department of revenue or a rate lookup by ZIP code before relying on it.
Sales tax on common amounts in Vermont (at 6.36%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Vermont?
Vermont's statewide base rate is 6%. With average local (city and county) taxes added, the typical combined rate is about 6.36%. Your exact rate depends on the address of the sale.
How much is sales tax on $100 in Vermont?
At the 6.36% average combined rate, sales tax on $100 is about $6.36, for a total of $106.36. At the 6% state rate alone it is $6.00.
Does Vermont charge local sales tax on top of the state rate?
Yes. Cities, counties or special districts in Vermont add local sales tax, which is why the average combined rate (6.36%) is higher than the 6% state rate.
How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in Vermont?
Divide the tax-included total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 6.36%, a $106.36 total came from a $100.00 pre-tax price. Use the "Remove tax from a total" mode above.