Lincoln County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 1,412.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $991, which is 35% lower than the Idaho state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $206,700. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$991
-35% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$206,700
-34% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-6% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$975
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,017
$85/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 | $991 +1.7% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $974 +5.8% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $921 +10.8% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $831 -5.9% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $883 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,038
per year
Monthly Tax
$83
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,775/yr Rate: 0.53%
Elmore County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 0.60%
Fremont County
Tax: $1,360/yr Rate: 0.48%
Caribou County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 0.60%
Valley County
Tax: $1,778/yr Rate: 0.30%
Lewis County
Tax: $1,348/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $991 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $206,700.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 48% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $975 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,017. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $66,038. 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.