Vermont sales tax rules
Quick answer
Vermont charges a 6% statewide sales tax, plus local county, city and district add-ons. What gets taxed matters as much as the rate: below is how Vermont treats each category that commonly changes a receipt total.
Direct answers
Each answer has its own page with the full rule and exceptions.
Is there sales tax on groceries in Vermont?
No. Groceries bought for home preparation are exempt from Vermont state sales tax. Prepared and restaurant food is still taxable.
Is clothing taxed in Vermont?
No. Vermont exempts most everyday clothing and footwear from sales tax year-round, with no price cap.
Is shipping taxable in Vermont?
Yes. Delivery charges are part of the taxable sales price in Vermont, so you charge tax on shipping whenever the item being shipped is taxable.
Do I have to charge sales tax for online sales in Vermont?
Only after you cross economic nexus. Once you exceed $100,000 in sales into Vermont or 200 separate transactions over 12 months, you must register with the Vermont Department of Taxes and charge the buyer's destination rate.
Does Vermont have a tax-free weekend?
No. Vermont does not run a recurring sales tax holiday. Purchases are taxed at the normal combined rate year-round, currently 7% across covered Vermont metros.
Vermont rates by city
Combined state, county, city and district rates.