Burlington, Vermont Sales Tax Calculator (2026)

7.00% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.

Burlington applies a total sales tax rate of 7%, which includes Vermont’s 6% state rate and a 1% local option tax.

Burlington Sales Tax Calculator

Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Burlington’s tax rate.

Rate
7.00%
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The current combined rate for Burlington is 7.00%.

Burlington Sales Tax Breakdown

  • State Rate: 6.00%
  • City Rate: 1.00%
  • County Rate: 0.00%
  • Special Rate: 0.00%
  • Total: 7.00%

About Burlington

As Vermont’s largest city, Burlington’s additional 1% local option tax funds public services, waterfront development, and transportation infrastructure.

Example Calculation

A $1,000 purchase in Burlington adds $70 in sales tax, totaling $1,070.

FAQs for Burlington

What is Burlington’s total rate?

7%, including state and local option taxes.

Are groceries taxed?

Most groceries are exempt from Vermont sales tax.