Nez Perce County, ID Property Taxes (2026)

Nez Perce County owners pay a median of $2,529 a year on a median home value of $291,300, an effective rate of 0.87%. That's the 1st-highest rate of 44 Idaho counties with Census data, above 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

0.87%

1st highest of 44 in ID

Median annual bill

$2,529

~$211/month

Median home value

$291,300

Idaho county median

0.50%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Nez Perce County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Nez Perce County's 0.87% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$2,534
Savings at 10–15% off
$253–$380
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Nez Perce County vs. Idaho vs. U.S. property tax rates

Nez Perce County0.87%
Idaho county median0.50%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Nez Perce County's effective property tax rate is 0.87%, vs. 0.50% for the median Idaho county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 1st 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 Nez Perce County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

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

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Nez Perce 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 $2,529 bill, 10–15% off is $253–$379 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Idaho

Idaho homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Nez Perce 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 Nez Perce County, Idaho?
The median effective property tax rate in Nez Perce County is 0.87%: a median annual bill of $2,529 on a median home value of $291,300. That's the 1st-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 Nez Perce County?
The median Nez Perce County property tax bill is $2,529 a year, about $211 a month, compared with a Idaho county median of $1,420.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Nez Perce County?
The deadline to appeal in Nez Perce County is Within 60 days of notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Nez Perce County a high property tax area?
Nez Perce County's 0.87% effective rate is above the Idaho county median of 0.50% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 1st-highest rate of 44 Idaho counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Nez Perce 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

Latah County

Rate: 0.68%

Median bill: $2,333

Clearwater County

Rate: 0.60%

Median bill: $1,447

Benewah County

Rate: 0.55%

Median bill: $1,407

Idaho County

Rate: 0.34%

Median bill: $974

Shoshone County

Rate: 0.57%

Median bill: $1,273

Kootenai County

Rate: 0.47%

Median bill: $2,203

Adams County

Rate: 0.41%

Median bill: $1,351

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