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Benewah County

Benewah County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.55%

Median Annual Tax

$1,407

How Benewah County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Benewah County$1,407
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Benewah County

0.55%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,410

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,401

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,407

Monthly Escrow

$117

Effective Rate

0.55%

vs. Idaho State Average▼ 8% below
vs. National Average▼ 47.7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Benewah County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Benewah County, Idaho is 0.55%. 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 Benewah County?
The median annual property tax payment in Benewah County is $1,407. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,410, while those without a mortgage pay $1,401.
How does Benewah County compare to the Idaho average?
Benewah County's effective tax rate of 0.55% is higher than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Benewah County is $1,407, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Benewah County, Idaho?
The median home value in Benewah County, Idaho is $255,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Idaho?
Property taxes in Idaho are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Bonneville County(ID)

Rate0.55%
Median Tax$1,811

Ada County(ID)

Rate0.56%
Median Tax$2,643

Bingham County(ID)

Rate0.54%
Median Tax$1,389

Canyon County(ID)

Rate0.57%
Median Tax$1,996
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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.

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