Clearwater County Property Taxes

Clearwater County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

5.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$121/mo escrow

#35 of 44 counties in Idaho

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Idaho Avg5.4% below
vs. National Avg46.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$240,800

State avg $311,932

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,580

$132/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,375

$115/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#35

of 44 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Clearwater County, Idaho

Clearwater County taxes modest by national standards

At 0.601% effective rate, Clearwater County's property taxes remain roughly one-quarter the national median of $2,690 annually. This places the county in approximately the 35th percentile nationally—below the US average but higher than many rural peers.

Above-average taxes for Idaho standards

Clearwater County's 0.601% effective rate slightly exceeds Idaho's 0.508% state average, ranking it in the upper-middle tier statewide. The county's median property tax of $1,447 exceeds the state median by $82 annually.

Among the region's higher-taxed counties

Clearwater County's 0.601% rate ranks above most neighboring counties, comparable only to Elmore County (0.604%). Residents pay roughly $350 more annually than the state median property tax.

Annual tax bill on median home value

On a median home value of $240,800, Clearwater County homeowners typically pay about $1,447 per year in property taxes. With mortgage-related levies included, annual costs rise to approximately $1,580.

Challenge your assessment if costs seem high

Many homeowners in higher-tax counties are overassessed relative to comparable properties. Filing a formal assessment appeal can identify valuation errors and reduce your annual tax burden.

How Clearwater County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Clearwater County$1,447
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Clearwater County

0.60%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Clearwater County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Clearwater County, Idaho is 0.60%. 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 Clearwater County?
The median annual property tax payment in Clearwater County is $1,447. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,580, while those without a mortgage pay $1,375.
How does Clearwater County compare to the Idaho average?
Clearwater County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is higher than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Clearwater County is $1,447, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Clearwater County, Idaho?
The median home value in Clearwater County, Idaho is $240,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Clearwater County property tax rate higher than the Idaho average?
Clearwater County's effective property tax rate of 0.60% is higher than the Idaho average of 0.49%. This difference of 0.11% 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 Clearwater County rank for property taxes in Idaho?
Clearwater County ranks #35 out of 44 counties in Idaho by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $1,447, 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.