Gem County Property Taxes

Gem County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

5.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$120/mo escrow

#8 of 44 counties in Idaho

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.39%

vs. Idaho Avg5.6% below
vs. National Avg46.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$367,300

State avg $311,932

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,561

$130/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,355

$113/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#8

of 44 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Gem County, Idaho

Gem County taxes rank below the national median

At 0.393% effective rate, Gem County's property taxes run roughly one-seventh the national median of $2,690 annually. This places the county in approximately the 15th percentile nationally—among the most tax-friendly counties in America.

Well below Idaho's statewide average

Gem County's 0.393% effective rate sits considerably below Idaho's 0.508% state average, ranking it in the bottom quartile statewide. The county's median property tax of $1,443 trails the state median by $86 annually.

Among the region's lowest-taxed counties

Gem County's 0.393% rate ranks among the region's most favorable, surpassed only by Clark (0.292%) and Custer (0.305%). Residents save roughly $86 annually compared to the state median property tax.

Annual tax bill on median home value

On a median home value of $367,300, Gem County homeowners typically pay about $1,443 per year in property taxes. With mortgage-related levies included, annual costs rise to approximately $1,561.

Challenge your assessment if costs seem high

Even in low-tax counties, assessment errors can occur and boost your annual tax bill unnecessarily. Requesting a formal property assessment review can verify your home's valuation and potentially reduce your costs.

How Gem County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Gem County$1,443
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Gem County

0.39%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Gem County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Gem County, Idaho is 0.39%. 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 Gem County?
The median annual property tax payment in Gem County is $1,443. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,561, while those without a mortgage pay $1,355.
How does Gem County compare to the Idaho average?
Gem County's effective tax rate of 0.39% is lower than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Gem County is $1,443, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Gem County, Idaho?
The median home value in Gem County, Idaho is $367,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Gem County a low property tax area in Idaho?
Yes — Gem County's effective property tax rate of 0.39% is below the Idaho average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax of $1,443 is also lower the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Gem County rank for property taxes in Idaho?
Gem County ranks #8 out of 44 counties in Idaho by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.39% and median annual tax of $1,443, it falls in the lower 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.