Vermont Property Tax Relief: Exemptions & How to File
Vermont has 4 main property tax relief programs, administered through your Town Listers/Assessor. Filing is free.
Biggest benefit
Up to $8,000 total (up to $5,600 of the education property tax portion and up to $2,400 of the municipal property tax portion)
Earliest common deadline
April 15
Not sure what you qualify for? Take the 2-minute screener →
Never pay to file a property tax exemption
Applying for a homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemption is always free through your Town Listers/Assessor. You do not need a middleman, and no one can file it "faster" for a fee.
Be skeptical of official-looking letters offering to file your homestead exemption, "designate" your homestead, or send you a copy of your deed for $50–$200. These are private solicitations, not government notices. When in doubt, contact your Town Listers/Assessor directly using the phone number on your tax bill.
Vermont property tax relief programs
Amounts, eligibility, deadlines, and the official source for each program.
| Program | Benefit | Who qualifies | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead DeclarationHomestead | Amount adjusted annually — confirm with your Town Listers/Assessor | Must own and occupy the Vermont property as your domicile (principal residence) as of April 1 of the year of the declaration. | April 15 | Official source ↗32 V.S.A. § 5410Form HS-122, Homestead Declaration and Property Tax Credit Claim ↗ |
| Property Tax CreditTax CreditVerify locally | Up to $8,000 total (up to $5,600 of the education property tax portion and up to $2,400 of the municipal property tax portion) | Income: Household income of $115,400 or less in the prior year (2025 income for 2026 claims) · Must own and occupy the property as a Vermont homestead as of April 1 and have filed a Homestead Declaration for that year; must have been domiciled in Vermont for the full prior calendar year. | April 15 | Official source ↗32 V.S.A. § 6066Form HS-122 (Section B) with Schedule HI-144, Household Income Schedule ↗ |
| Renter CreditRenter ReliefVerify locally | Based on household income and 10% of the HUD fair market rent for the renter's county and family size | Income: Household income at or below 65% of the county median income for the claimant's family size, as determined by HUD · Must have been a Vermont resident for the full calendar year and rented in Vermont for at least 6 months during the year; the rented property must have been subject to Vermont property tax. | October 15 | Official source ↗32 V.S.A. § 6066Form RCC-146, Renter Credit Claim ↗ |
| Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans and Their SurvivorsVeteran | At least $10,000 of appraised value exempted; a town may vote to increase the exemption up to $40,000 of appraised value | Veteran with a VA service-connected disability rating of 50% or more, a veteran receiving a non-service-connected disability pension from the VA, or a veteran with a permanent medical retirement from the U.S. Armed Forces. Unremarried surviving spouses and minor children of a veteran who was eligible at the time of death may also qualify. · The property must be owned in fee simple and occupied as the established primary residence of the eligible veteran or survivor. | May 1 | Official source ↗32 V.S.A. § 3802(11)Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans and Their Survivors (application available from the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs) ↗ |
For veterans
In most states a higher VA disability rating unlocks a larger — often total — property tax exemption.
Trusted Resources
Trusted tools to help you claim what you've earned
VA Claims Academy
A 100% VA disability rating unlocks full property tax exemptions in most states. VA Claims Academy helps veterans pursue the rating increases they may be owed.
Visit VA Claims Academy →*
* Affiliate disclosure: GovSifter may earn a commission from links above. This does not affect program listings or editorial content.
Vermont property tax relief FAQ
What property tax exemptions are available in Vermont?
Vermont offers 4 main property tax relief programs: Homestead Declaration, Property Tax Credit, Renter Credit, Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans and Their Survivors. Each is administered through your Town Listers/Assessor.
How do I apply for a property tax exemption in Vermont?
You apply through your Town Listers/Assessor — for free. Most exemptions require a one-time application by the deadline; check each program for its form and cutoff date. You never need to pay a third party to file.
Is filing for a Vermont property tax exemption free?
Yes. Filing is always free through your Town Listers/Assessor. Letters offering to file your homestead exemption for a fee are private solicitations, not government notices.
Compare Vermont to other states by relief type
← Back to Property Tax Relief hub