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Gem County

Gem County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.39%

Median Annual Tax

$1,443

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

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,561

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,355

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,443

Monthly Escrow

$120

Effective Rate

0.39%

vs. Idaho State Average▼ 5.6% below
vs. National Average▼ 46.4% below
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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.
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

Lemhi County(ID)

Rate0.39%
Median Tax$1,109

Bonner County(ID)

Rate0.40%
Median Tax$1,716

Blaine County(ID)

Rate0.39%
Median Tax$2,563

Adams County(ID)

Rate0.41%
Median Tax$1,351
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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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