Property tax in Idaho: rates, averages, and deductions
State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.
Avg property tax
$1,449
annual, median
Avg home value
$273,573
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
Highest property tax counties
- 1.Ada County$2,504
- 2.Blaine County$2,319
- 3.Latah County$2,147
- 4.Nez Perce County$2,127
- 5.Kootenai County$2,022
- 6.Teton County$1,985
- 7.Canyon County$1,879
- 8.Bannock County$1,843
- 9.Twin Falls County$1,829
- 10.Madison County$1,729
Lowest property tax counties
- 1.Clark County$686
- 2.Idaho County$929
- 3.Custer County$946
- 4.Lincoln County$974
- 5.Bear Lake County$994
- 6.Butte County$998
- 7.Gooding County$1,072
- 8.Cassia County$1,091
- 9.Minidoka County$1,091
- 10.Lemhi County$1,091
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in Idaho?
Census ACS median property tax in Idaho is around $1,449 per year. Effective rate varies by county.
Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?
The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average Idaho filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.
Can I appeal my property tax assessment?
Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.
Data sources
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