Gem County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 5,672.
The median annual property tax in Gem County is $1,443, which is 6% lower than the Idaho state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $367,300. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,443
-6% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$367,300
+18% vs State
+74% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
-24% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,561
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,355
$113/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 | $1,443 +5.0% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $1,374 +8.0% | 0.42% |
| 2021 | $1,272 +4.1% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $1,222 +9.1% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $1,120 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,245
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Bannock County
Tax: $1,918/yr Rate: 0.72%
Elmore County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 0.60%
Nez Perce County
Tax: $2,529/yr Rate: 0.87%
Lemhi County
Tax: $1,109/yr Rate: 0.39%
Bear Lake County
Tax: $1,061/yr Rate: 0.45%
Idaho County
Tax: $974/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gem County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gem County is $1,443 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $367,300.
How does Gem County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gem County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gem County? ▼
In Gem County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,561 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,355. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gem County? ▼
Property taxes in Gem County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $66,245. 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.