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Understanding Sales Tax in Vermont

Vermont has a state sales tax rate of 6%, and while local jurisdictions can add additional sales taxes in limited circumstances, most Vermont purchases are subject to the single 6% state rate. Vermont's local sales tax additions are limited and relatively uncommon, making Vermont's system simpler than many other states.

Vermont is a small state primarily known for its natural beauty, skiing, foliage tourism, and artisan food/craft industries. The sales tax structure reflects this — Vermont applies some specific rates to dining and lodging that support the tourism economy, while keeping the general goods rate at 6%.

Restaurant meals and prepared food in Vermont are taxed at 9%. Alcoholic beverages sold at retail (restaurants, bars) are taxed at 10%. Hotel accommodations are also subject to a 9% tax. These elevated rates on tourism-related services are higher than the standard 6% goods rate.

Vermont exempts most food for home consumption from the 6% sales tax. Prescription drugs are exempt. Vermont has exemptions for manufacturing equipment and agricultural inputs. Vermont is also notable for exempting clothing items under $110 per item from the state sales tax — the same threshold as New York State.

Vermont's Department of Taxes administers the state sales tax. Vermont participates in the SST agreement. Economic nexus threshold is $100,000 in annual Vermont sales or 200 transactions. Vermont has marketplace facilitator laws in effect.

How to Calculate Reverse Sales Tax in Vermont

To find the pre-tax price from a total that includes the Vermont sales tax:

Pre-Tax Price = Total Paid ÷ (1 + Combined Rate ÷ 100)

Example at 6% state rate: If you paid $107.00, divide by 1.0600 = $100.94 pre-tax, with $6.06 tax.

Frequently Asked Questions — Vermont Sales Tax

What is Vermont's sales tax rate?
Vermont's state sales tax rate is 6%. Most areas of Vermont pay only the 6% state rate with no local additions.
What is Vermont's restaurant or meal tax?
Prepared food and restaurant meals in Vermont are taxed at 9%, not the standard 6% sales tax rate.
Is clothing exempt in Vermont?
Clothing items under $110 per item are exempt from Vermont's 6% sales tax. Items at $110 or above are fully taxable.
Are groceries taxed in Vermont?
No. Food for home consumption (unprepared groceries) is exempt from Vermont's 6% sales tax.

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