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Kootenai County

Kootenai County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.47%

Median Annual Tax

$2,203

How Kootenai County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Kootenai County$2,203
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Kootenai County

0.47%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,181

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,252

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,203

Monthly Escrow

$184

Effective Rate

0.47%

vs. Idaho State Average▲ 44.1% above
vs. National Average▼ 18.1% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Kootenai County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Kootenai County, Idaho is 0.47%. 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 Kootenai County?
The median annual property tax payment in Kootenai County is $2,203. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,181, while those without a mortgage pay $2,252.
How does Kootenai County compare to the Idaho average?
Kootenai County's effective tax rate of 0.47% is lower than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Kootenai County is $2,203, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Kootenai County, Idaho?
The median home value in Kootenai County, Idaho is $467,400, 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

Lincoln County(ID)

Rate0.48%
Median Tax$991

Owyhee County(ID)

Rate0.48%
Median Tax$1,355

Fremont County(ID)

Rate0.48%
Median Tax$1,360

Bear Lake County(ID)

Rate0.45%
Median Tax$1,061
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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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