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The median home price in Vermont is $350,000. With a 20% down payment at the state's average 30-year fixed rate of 7.1%, your estimated all-in monthly payment (principal, interest, taxes, and insurance) is approximately $2,528. Vermont's property tax rate of 1.9% annually is above the U.S. national average of 1.07%.

A buyer earning Vermont's median household income of $74,000 would dedicate roughly 41% of gross monthly income to housing — significantly strained by the standard 28% guideline.

Median Home Price

$350,000

Avg 30-yr Rate

7.1%

Property Tax Rate

1.9%/yr

Est. Monthly PITI

$2,528

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Total Monthly Payment

$2,527.52

Principal & Interest$1,881.69
Property Tax$554.17
Home Insurance$91.67
Total$2,527.52

Loan Amount

$280,000

Total Paid

$677,408

Total Interest

$397,408

How to Get a Mortgage in Vermont

  1. 1 Check your credit score. In Vermont, most conventional lenders require 620+; FHA allows 580+ with 3.5% down.
  2. 2 Save for your down payment. On a $350,000 Vermont home, 20% down is $70,000 — avoiding PMI and reducing your monthly payment.
  3. 3 Get pre-approved from 2–3 lenders. Rates in Vermont average 7.1%, but shopping lenders often saves 0.25–0.5%.
  4. 4 Account for closing costs — typically 2–5% of the loan amount, or $8,400–$14,000 on a median Vermont purchase.
  5. 5 Budget for ongoing costs: Vermont property taxes average 1.9%/yr ($6,650/yr on the median home), plus homeowner's insurance averaging $1.100/yr.

Monthly Cost Breakdown — Median Vermont Home

Principal & Interest (7.1%, 30yr, 20% down) $1,882
Property Tax (1.9%/yr) $554
Homeowner's Insurance $92
Total PITI $2,528

Excludes HOA fees, PMI (not required with 20% down), and utilities.

Vermont Mortgage FAQs

What is the average home price in Vermont?

The median home price in Vermont is $350,000 (2024 estimate). With a typical 20% down payment of $70,000, a buyer would finance $280,000 at a 30-year fixed rate.

What are property taxes like in Vermont?

Vermont has an average effective property tax rate of 1.9% of assessed home value. On a $350,000 home, that's approximately $6,650 per year ($554/month) — above the national average of 1.07%.

How much income do I need to buy a home in Vermont?

To keep housing costs at or below the recommended 28% of gross monthly income on a median-priced Vermont home, you'd need to earn roughly $108,322 per year. The state's median household income is $74,000, meaning the typical household allocates about 41% of gross income to housing — significantly strained.

What is the average mortgage rate in Vermont?

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate in Vermont is approximately 7.1% (2024 average). Rates vary by lender, credit score, loan-to-value ratio, and loan type. Borrowers with credit scores above 740 typically qualify for the best available rates.

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