Butte County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 787.
The median annual property tax in Butte County is $986, which is 36% lower than the Idaho state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $195,800. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$986
-36% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$195,800
-37% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-2% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,141
$95/mo
Without Mortgage
$902
$75/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $986 -1.2% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $998 +4.4% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $956 +2.4% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $934 +3.4% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $903 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,281
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Shoshone County
Tax: $1,273/yr Rate: 0.57%
Bannock County
Tax: $1,918/yr Rate: 0.72%
Elmore County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 0.60%
Gooding County
Tax: $1,223/yr Rate: 0.53%
Washington County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.53%
Boundary County
Tax: $1,433/yr Rate: 0.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butte County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butte County is $986 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $195,800.
How does Butte County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butte County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butte County? ▼
In Butte County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,141 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $902. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butte County? ▼
Property taxes in Butte County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $43,281. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.