Idaho County, ID Property Taxes (2026)

Idaho County owners pay a median of $974 a year on a median home value of $284,600, an effective rate of 0.34%. That's the 41st-highest rate of 44 Idaho counties with Census data, below the Idaho county median of 0.50%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.34%

41st highest of 44 in ID

Median annual bill

$974

~$81/month

Median home value

$284,600

Idaho county median

0.50%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Idaho County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Idaho County's 0.34% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$968
Savings at 10–15% off
$97–$145
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Idaho County vs. Idaho vs. U.S. property tax rates

Idaho County0.34%
Idaho county median0.50%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Idaho County's effective property tax rate is 0.34%, vs. 0.50% for the median Idaho county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 41st of 44 in Idaho. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Idaho County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Idaho County Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Idaho County deadline is Within 60 days of notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $974 bill, 10–15% off is $97–$146 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Idaho

Idaho homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Idaho County Assessor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Idaho County, Idaho?
The median effective property tax rate in Idaho County is 0.34%: a median annual bill of $974 on a median home value of $284,600. That's the 41st-highest rate of 44 Idaho counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Idaho County?
The median Idaho County property tax bill is $974 a year, about $81 a month, compared with a Idaho county median of $1,420.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Idaho County?
The deadline to appeal in Idaho County is Within 60 days of notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Idaho County a high property tax area?
Idaho County's 0.34% effective rate is below the Idaho county median of 0.50% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 41st-highest rate of 44 Idaho counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Idaho County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Lewis County

Rate: 0.67%

Median bill: $1,348

Clearwater County

Rate: 0.60%

Median bill: $1,447

Valley County

Rate: 0.30%

Median bill: $1,778

Nez Perce County

Rate: 0.87%

Median bill: $2,529

Adams County

Rate: 0.41%

Median bill: $1,351

Latah County

Rate: 0.68%

Median bill: $2,333

Lemhi County

Rate: 0.39%

Median bill: $1,109

Shoshone County

Rate: 0.57%

Median bill: $1,273

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