Valley County Property Taxes

Valley County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

16.3% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$148/mo escrow

#2 of 44 counties in Idaho

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.30%

vs. Idaho Avg16.3% above
vs. National Avg33.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$599,500

State avg $311,932

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,803

$150/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,710

$143/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#2

of 44 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Valley County, Idaho

Valley ranks among nation's lowest-taxed

Valley County's effective tax rate of 0.297% places it in the bottom 5% of U.S. counties, well below the national median of 0.73%. At a median tax of $1,778, Valley homeowners pay $912 less annually than the national median, despite median home values that exceed the national average by more than 2x.

Idaho's second-lowest effective rate

Valley County ranks second in Idaho for the lowest effective tax rate at 0.297%, edging out even Teton County's 0.346%. This 0.211 percentage-point advantage over the state average of 0.508% makes Valley one of Idaho's most tax-friendly counties.

A true tax sanctuary

Valley County's 0.297% rate is the lowest in the region, beating Teton County (0.346%), Twin Falls County (0.667%), and Washington County (0.526%). Despite the highest median home values in this four-county comparison at $599,500, Valley residents pay the second-lowest absolute tax bills.

What the average Valley home costs annually

A homeowner with a median-valued Valley property ($599,500) pays approximately $1,778 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, that bill rises to $1,803; without one, it drops to $1,710.

Even Valley's bargains warrant verification

Even in low-tax counties, assessments can be inflated relative to actual market value. If you own Valley County property, a free assessment review with your county assessor could confirm you're paying only what you owe—or unlock a refund if you've overpaid.

How Valley County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Valley County$1,778
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Valley County

0.30%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Valley County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Valley County, Idaho is 0.30%. 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 Valley County?
The median annual property tax payment in Valley County is $1,778. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,803, while those without a mortgage pay $1,710.
How does Valley County compare to the Idaho average?
Valley County's effective tax rate of 0.30% is lower than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Valley County is $1,778, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Valley County, Idaho?
The median home value in Valley County, Idaho is $599,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Valley County a low property tax area in Idaho?
Yes — Valley County's effective property tax rate of 0.30% is below the Idaho average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax of $1,778 is also comparable to the state average of $1,529, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Valley County rank for property taxes in Idaho?
Valley County ranks #2 out of 44 counties in Idaho by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.30% and median annual tax of $1,778, 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.