Kootenai County Property Taxes
Kootenai County, Idaho
Effective Tax Rate
0.00%
44.1% above state avgMedian Annual Tax
$0
$184/mo escrow
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Annual Tax
$0
Monthly
$0
Eff. Rate
0.47%
At a Glance
Median Home Value
$467,400
State avg ▲ $311,932
Tax w/ Mortgage/yr
$2,181
$182/mo escrow
Tax w/o Mortgage/yr
$2,252
$188/mo
State Tax Rate Rank
#17
of 44 counties (1 = lowest)
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About Property Taxes in Kootenai County, Idaho
Kootenai County: moderate national standing
Kootenai County's effective tax rate of 0.471% produces a median property tax of $2,203—still 18% below the national median of $2,690. The county ranks slightly below the national average in overall tax burden.
Slightly below Idaho's state average
At 0.471%, Kootenai County's effective rate falls marginally below Idaho's state average of 0.508%. The county ranks comfortably in the lower-middle tier among Idaho's 44 counties.
Mid-range taxes within the region
Kootenai County's 0.471% rate sits between Lemhi County (0.393%) and Jerome County (0.639%), making it moderate for north-central Idaho. The county's median tax of $2,203 is higher than most neighbors, reflecting its pricier median home values.
Median property tax: $2,203 annually
Kootenai County's median home value of $467,400 translates to roughly $2,203 in annual property taxes. At approximately $184 monthly, homeowners here pay more than most other Idaho counties, though their homes are significantly more valuable.
Higher-value homes warrant assessment review
With more expensive properties in Kootenai County, even small overassessment errors compound into substantial tax overpayments. Consulting a property tax professional or filing an appeal could save hundreds annually if your home is valued above comparable sales.
How Kootenai County Compares
Median Annual Property Tax
Kootenai County
0.47%
Effective rate
Idaho Avg
0.49%
Effective rate
National Avg
0.91%
Effective rate
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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.