Owyhee County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 3,011.
The median annual property tax in Owyhee County is $1,355, which is 11% lower than the Idaho state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $281,600. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,355
-11% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$281,600
-10% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-6% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,405
$117/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,267
$106/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 | $1,355 +10.0% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $1,232 +13.5% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $1,085 +20.4% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $901 +10.3% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $817 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,773
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Bonneville County
Tax: $1,811/yr Rate: 0.55%
Oneida County
Tax: $1,171/yr Rate: 0.51%
Idaho County
Tax: $974/yr Rate: 0.34%
Twin Falls County
Tax: $1,951/yr Rate: 0.67%
Butte County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.50%
Camas County
Tax: $1,050/yr Rate: 0.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Owyhee County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Owyhee County is $1,355 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $281,600.
How does Owyhee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Owyhee County are 30% 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 Owyhee County? ▼
In Owyhee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,405 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,267. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Owyhee County? ▼
Property taxes in Owyhee County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $59,773. 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.