Washington County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 2,996.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,316, which is 14% lower than the Idaho state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $250,300. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,316
-14% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$250,300
-20% vs State
+18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
+4% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,582
$132/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,118
$93/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 | $1,316 -1.6% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $1,338 +7.7% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $1,242 +3.1% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,205 +7.2% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,124 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,608
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,775/yr Rate: 0.53%
Payette County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.44%
Butte County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.50%
Lincoln County
Tax: $991/yr Rate: 0.48%
Adams County
Tax: $1,351/yr Rate: 0.41%
Canyon County
Tax: $1,996/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,316 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $250,300.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,582 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,118. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $53,608. 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.