Estate Planning in Vermont

Vermont ( VT)
Average: $1,800
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$400
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$1,800
Typical Estate Planning Case
High Estimate
$4,500
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $175/hr $265/hr $425/hr
Total Cost Estimate $400 $1,800 $4,500

What to Know About Estate Planning Costs in Vermont

VT has a state estate tax with $5 million exemption. Rates from 16%. Trust-friendly jurisdiction.

Sources: State Bar Association, NCOA Estate Planning Guide 2024 (VT)

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