Washington County Property Taxes

Washington County, Idaho

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

13.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$110/mo escrow

#26 of 44 counties in Idaho

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.53%

vs. Idaho Avg13.9% below
vs. National Avg51.1% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$250,300

State avg $311,932

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,582

$132/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,118

$93/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#26

of 44 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Washington County, Idaho

Washington's rate nears national median

Washington County's effective tax rate of 0.526% sits comfortably below the national median of 0.73%, placing it in the bottom 40% of U.S. counties. The median tax bill of $1,316 trails the national median of $2,690 by more than half, reflecting the county's lower median home values.

Nearly matches Idaho's average rate

Washington County's effective rate of 0.526% hovers just above Idaho's state average of 0.508%, making it a typical performer by state standards. At this rate, Washington homeowners pay $1,316 annually—only $213 below the state median, despite below-average home values.

Middle ground in a varied region

Washington County's 0.526% rate sits between the ultra-low rates of Teton (0.346%) and Valley (0.297%) counties and the elevated rate of Twin Falls (0.667%). This positions Washington as the regional middle ground, offering moderate tax burdens compared to its neighbors.

What the average Washington home costs annually

A homeowner with a median-valued Washington property ($250,300) pays approximately $1,316 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, that bill rises to $1,582; without one, it drops to $1,118.

Lower home values don't eliminate appeal opportunities

Overassessment can happen at any price point, and Washington County homeowners should verify their assessments match comparable sales. Filing a free appeal with the county assessor costs nothing and could reduce your tax burden if your home was assessed above market value.

How Washington County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washington County$1,316
Idaho State Average$1,529
National Average$1,924

Washington County

0.53%

Effective rate

Idaho Avg

0.49%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washington County, Idaho?
The effective property tax rate in Washington County, Idaho is 0.53%. 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 Washington County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washington County is $1,316. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,582, while those without a mortgage pay $1,118.
How does Washington County compare to the Idaho average?
Washington County's effective tax rate of 0.53% is higher than the Idaho state average of 0.49%. The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,316, compared to the state average of $1,529.
What is the median home value in Washington County, Idaho?
The median home value in Washington County, Idaho is $250,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Washington County property tax rate higher than the Idaho average?
Washington County's effective property tax rate of 0.53% is higher than the Idaho average of 0.49%. This difference of 0.04% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Washington County rank for property taxes in Idaho?
Washington County ranks #26 out of 44 counties in Idaho by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.53% and median annual tax of $1,316, it falls in the middle 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.