What is the property tax rate in Idaho?

Idaho has an effective property tax rate of 0.49%, ranking it #45 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $2,038 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Idaho?

Property taxes in Idaho are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (0.49%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Idaho has the lowest property taxes?

Among Idaho's 44 counties, Washington County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Idaho have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Idaho offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Circuit Breaker (Over 65/Disabled), Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

Idaho Property Tax Rate

44 Counties

0.49%effective rate

Idaho has an effective property tax rate of 0.49%, ranking it #45 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Idaho pays $2,038 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $418,600. This rate is 47% lower than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

0.49%

#45 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,038

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$418,600

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 1,934,262

Property Tax Rates by County in Idaho

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Nez Perce County	0.78%	$2,609	$334,700
#2	Power County	0.70%	$1,496	$212,900
#3	Bannock County	0.64%	$1,920	$300,700
#4	Latah County	0.64%	$2,368	$368,600
#5	Jerome County	0.63%	$1,725	$271,800
#6	Twin Falls County	0.61%	$2,066	$337,900
#7	Lewis County	0.60%	$1,341	$225,300
#8	Caribou County	0.56%	$1,341	$241,500
#9	Clearwater County	0.54%	$1,443	$268,200
#10	Elmore County	0.54%	$1,701	$316,500
#11	Ada County	0.52%	$2,655	$512,300
#12	Canyon County	0.52%	$2,011	$390,000
#13	Gooding County	0.51%	$1,279	$250,900
#14	Bingham County	0.50%	$1,477	$293,300
#15	Bonneville County	0.50%	$1,858	$368,800
#16	Shoshone County	0.50%	$1,334	$267,400
#17	Benewah County	0.49%	$1,443	$293,500
#18	Butte County	0.49%	$1,061	$217,600
#19	Washington County	0.49%	$1,371	$278,100
#20	Madison County	0.48%	$2,001	$414,800

How Idaho Compares

Idaho

0.49%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Idaho

Or open the full Idaho Property Tax Calculator to estimate your bill by county.

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Estimate your annual property tax based on your location and home value

State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,470

$123/month · Rate: 0.49%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

0.49%

Idaho Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

50% of assessed value or $125,000, whichever is less

Primary residence owners as of January 1

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Circuit Breaker (Over 65/Disabled)

Up to $1,500 reduction in property taxes

Homeowners age 65+, disabled, widows/widowers, or blind; income limits apply

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Disabled Veteran

Up to $1,500 reduction in property taxes

Veterans with 10%+ service-connected disability; income limits apply

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in Idaho?

Idaho sets due dates by statute statewide: property taxes may be paid in full or in two halves, with the first half due December 20 and the second half due June 20 of the following year. If the 20th falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day.

First half

December 20

Second half

June 20

If you pay late: A 2% late charge is added to any unpaid first-half tax at the December 20 deadline, and interest accrues at 1% per month retroactive to January 1.

See how Idaho compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Nearby States

Montana

0.72%

Nevada

0.47%

Oregon

0.81%

Utah

0.52%

Washington

0.81%

Wyoming

0.57%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.