Clearwater County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 2,907.
The median annual property tax in Clearwater County is $1,447, which is 5% lower than the Idaho state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $240,800. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,447
-5% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$240,800
-23% vs State
+14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
+18% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,580
$132/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,375
$115/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 | $1,447 +3.9% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,393 +11.9% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,245 +2.0% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $1,221 +15.3% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,059 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,961
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Gem County
Tax: $1,443/yr Rate: 0.39%
Lincoln County
Tax: $991/yr Rate: 0.48%
Lewis County
Tax: $1,348/yr Rate: 0.67%
Idaho County
Tax: $974/yr Rate: 0.34%
Kootenai County
Tax: $2,203/yr Rate: 0.47%
Valley County
Tax: $1,778/yr Rate: 0.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clearwater County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clearwater County is $1,447 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $240,800.
How does Clearwater County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clearwater County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clearwater County? ▼
In Clearwater County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,580 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,375. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clearwater County? ▼
Property taxes in Clearwater County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $57,961. 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.