Power County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 2,019.
The median annual property tax in Power County is $1,577, which is 3% higher than the Idaho state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $191,200. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,577
+3% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$191,200
-39% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+61% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,489
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,690
$141/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 | $1,577 +3.3% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $1,526 +7.7% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $1,417 +8.9% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $1,301 +0.0% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $1,301 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,760
per year
Monthly Tax
$131
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Nez Perce County
Tax: $2,529/yr Rate: 0.87%
Oneida County
Tax: $1,171/yr Rate: 0.51%
Valley County
Tax: $1,778/yr Rate: 0.30%
Lemhi County
Tax: $1,109/yr Rate: 0.39%
Elmore County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 0.60%
Blaine County
Tax: $2,563/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Power County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Power County is $1,577 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $191,200.
How does Power County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Power County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Power County? ▼
In Power County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,489 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,690. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Power County? ▼
Property taxes in Power County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $59,760. 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.