Lemhi County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 2,725.
The median annual property tax in Lemhi County is $1,109, which is 27% lower than the Idaho state average and 42% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $282,100. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,109
-27% vs State
-42% vs US
Median Home Value
$282,100
-10% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
-24% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,375
$115/mo
Without Mortgage
$778
$65/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 | $1,109 +1.6% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $1,091 +2.9% | 0.43% |
| 2021 | $1,060 +7.7% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $984 +6.4% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $925 | 0.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,057
per year
Monthly Tax
$92
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Benewah County
Tax: $1,407/yr Rate: 0.55%
Camas County
Tax: $1,050/yr Rate: 0.42%
Minidoka County
Tax: $1,218/yr Rate: 0.52%
Oneida County
Tax: $1,171/yr Rate: 0.51%
Owyhee County
Tax: $1,355/yr Rate: 0.48%
Gem County
Tax: $1,443/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lemhi County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lemhi County is $1,109 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $282,100.
How does Lemhi County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lemhi County are 42% 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 Lemhi County? ▼
In Lemhi County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,375 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $778. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lemhi County? ▼
Property taxes in Lemhi County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $52,057. 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.