Ada County Property Taxes

Ada County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

72.9% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$220/mo escrow

#32 of 44 counties in Idaho

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.56%

vs. Idaho Avg72.9% above
vs. National Avg1.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$476,000

State avg $311,932

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,607

$217/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,725

$227/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#32

of 44 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Ada County, Idaho

Ada County taxes above national average

Ada County's effective tax rate of 0.555% sits well above the national median of 0.49%, placing it in the higher half of counties nationwide. The median property tax of $2,643 nearly matches the national median of $2,690, despite Ada County's median home value of $476,000 being 69% higher than the national median of $281,900.

Higher than most Idaho counties

At 0.555%, Ada County's effective tax rate exceeds Idaho's state average of 0.508% by 9%, ranking it above average among the state's 44 counties. The median tax bill of $2,643 is 73% higher than Idaho's statewide median of $1,529, reflecting both higher rates and Ada County's elevated property values.

Ada's tax burden in regional context

Ada County's 0.555% rate falls between Bannock County (0.718%) to the southeast and Bear Lake County (0.453%) to the north, representing a middle ground in the region. Among similar population centers in Idaho, Ada's effective rate and median tax bill are notably higher, driven by both rate and the county's strong real estate market.

What Ada County homeowners pay yearly

On a median home valued at $476,000, Ada County homeowners pay approximately $2,643 annually in property taxes. Owners with mortgages pay slightly less ($2,607), while those owning outright face $2,725—a difference reflecting assessment practices and exemption variations.

Consider appealing your Ada assessment

Many Ada County homeowners pay more than they should due to inflated assessments. If your property tax bill seems high relative to recent sales in your neighborhood, filing an appeal with the county assessor's office is free and can result in significant savings.

How Ada County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ada County$2,643
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Ada County

0.56%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ada County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Ada County, Idaho is 0.56%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Ada County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ada County is $2,643. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,607, while those without a mortgage pay $2,725.
How does Ada County compare to the Idaho average?
Ada County's effective tax rate of 0.56% is higher than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Ada County is $2,643, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Ada County, Idaho?
The median home value in Ada County, Idaho is $476,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Ada County property tax rate higher than the Idaho average?
Ada County's effective property tax rate of 0.56% is higher than the Idaho average of 0.49%. This difference of 0.07% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Ada County rank for property taxes in Idaho?
Ada County ranks #32 out of 44 counties in Idaho by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.56% and median annual tax of $2,643, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.