05661 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 05661 (Morrisville, Vermont) pay a median of $4,790/year in property taxes on homes valued at $268,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.78%, which is 6% above the Vermont state average of 1.69%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 05661 is approximately $399, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lamoille County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Vermont, 05661 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 05827 (1.78%) and 05354 (1.79%).

In Morrisville, property taxes represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $65,057, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Vermont imposes no statewide cap on assessment growth; reassessment to fair market value occurs at sale and annually through town revaluations. Lamoille County towns offer a Homestead Property Tax Exemption and property tax credits for primary residences — submit your application to your town assessor by April 15 to claim available benefits. Contact your Lamoille County town assessor immediately after closing and file your homestead exemption claim to maximize available tax relief.