05251 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 05251 (Dorset, Vermont) pay a median of $7,036/year in property taxes on homes valued at $463,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.52%, which is 10% below the Vermont state average of 1.69%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 05251 is approximately $586, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Bennington County. This is $2,375 more than the Vermont average of $4,661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Vermont, 05251 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 05468 (1.51%) and 05873 (1.51%).

In Dorset, property taxes represent approximately 6.9% of the median household income of $102,216, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Vermont imposes no statewide cap on assessment increases; reassessment to market value occurs at sale and continues annually. Bennington County towns offer a Homestead Property Tax Exemption ($6,500 in most towns) and Elderly/Disabled Property Tax Exemption programs — apply with your town assessor by April 15 to claim available benefits. Contact your Bennington County town assessor immediately after purchase to file for homestead exemption and confirm all municipal filing deadlines.