Vermont Reverse Sales Tax: Price Before Tax (2026)
Vermont has a state sales tax rate of 6%. Use the calculator below to find the original price.
* Pre-filled with Vermont state tax rate. You can adjust this if local taxes apply.
State Sales Tax
6.00%
Avg. Local Tax
0.37%
Combined Rate
6.37%
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View StandardsUnderstanding Vermont Sales Tax
Vermont's sales tax applies to tangible personal property and some services, but the Green Mountain State has meaningful exemptions that reduce the effective burden for consumers. Vermont is notable for its 9.00% meals and rooms tax, which applies to restaurant meals and hotel stays - significantly higher than the standard 6.00% goods rate. This differentiated rate structure means that dining out or staying in a Vermont hotel carries a notably higher tax burden than buying goods at retail.
Why Reverse Calculation Matters in Vermont
For general retailers, Vermont's 6.00% standard rate and near-zero local additions make compliance straightforward. Remote sellers with Vermont customers must comply with the state's economic nexus rules, which are administered by the Vermont Department of Taxes. Reverse calculation at Vermont's various rates - 6.00% for most goods, 9.00% for meals and lodging - ensures accurate pre-tax price determination for any Vermont transaction type.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Vermont Cities (Quick Look)
| City | Total Rate |
|---|---|
| Burlington | 7.00% |
| South Burlington | 7.00% |
General Taxability Guidelines
Detailed Tax Rates in Major Vermont Cities
Detailed Taxability Rules & Exemptions in Vermont
- Groceries (food for home consumption) - exempt from Vermont sales tax
- Prescription drugs - fully exempt
- Clothing and footwear priced under $110 per item - exempt
- Agricultural equipment, seeds, feed, and supplies used in farming
- Residential heating fuel (oil, propane, wood) - exempt for residential use
- Sales to qualifying nonprofit organizations and government agencies
Real-World Reverse Calculation Example
You stayed at a ski resort in Stowe, Vermont for two nights. Your hotel bill came to $653.40 total, inclusive of Vermont's 9.00% meals and rooms tax.
- Convert rate: 9.00% ÷ 100 = 0.09
- Add 1: 1 + 0.09 = 1.09
- Divide: $653.40 ÷ 1.09 = $599.45 (pre-tax room rate)
- Tax: $653.40 − $599.45 = $53.95
- ✓ Room cost before tax: $599.45 | Vermont meals & rooms tax: $53.95
Vermont Sales Tax Compliance & Filing
Official Citations & Sources
- Tax data sourced from the Vermont Department of Taxes, which administers the 6% state rate plus a 1% local option tax adopted by certain municipalities.
- Local option tax municipalities verified through the Vermont Department of Taxes' 2026 Local Option Tax guidance.
- Official Link: Vermont Department of Taxes - Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions - Vermont Sales Tax
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