Elmore County Property Taxes

Elmore County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

9.9% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$140/mo escrow

#36 of 44 counties in Idaho

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Idaho Avg9.9% above
vs. National Avg37.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$278,300

State avg $311,932

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,758

$147/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,576

$131/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#36

of 44 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Elmore County, Idaho

Elmore County taxes modest by national standards

At 0.604% effective rate, Elmore County's property taxes remain roughly one-quarter the national median of $2,690 annually. This places the county near the 40th percentile nationally—below the US average but moderate for rural Idaho.

Slightly above Idaho's average tax burden

Elmore County's 0.604% effective rate exceeds Idaho's 0.508% state average, ranking it in the upper-middle tier statewide. The county's median property tax of $1,680 surpasses the state median by $151 annually.

Among the region's higher-taxed counties

Elmore County's 0.604% rate nearly ties Clearwater County (0.601%) for the region's highest effective rate. Residents pay roughly $370 more annually than the state median property tax.

Annual tax bill on median home value

On a median home value of $278,300, Elmore County homeowners typically pay about $1,680 per year in property taxes. With mortgage-related levies included, annual costs rise to approximately $1,758.

Challenge your assessment if costs seem high

Many homeowners in higher-taxed counties are overassessed relative to comparable market values. Requesting a formal property assessment review can uncover errors and potentially reduce your annual tax liability.

How Elmore County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Elmore County$1,680
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Elmore 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 Elmore County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Elmore 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 Elmore County?
The median annual property tax payment in Elmore County is $1,680. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,758, while those without a mortgage pay $1,576.
How does Elmore County compare to the Idaho average?
Elmore County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is higher than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Elmore County is $1,680, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Elmore County, Idaho?
The median home value in Elmore County, Idaho is $278,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Elmore County property tax rate higher than the Idaho average?
Elmore 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 Elmore County rank for property taxes in Idaho?
Elmore County ranks #36 out of 44 counties in Idaho by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $1,680, 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.