Data page
Home prices & property taxes, by area
This page collects the researched numbers relocators ask for: median price ranges and property tax context for every major town in the Micron commute zone. Every figure is labeled with its source and its caveat, and any number we could not verify says so.
The snapshot
Median prices and tax context, town by town
| Area | County | Recent median | Tax context | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ada County (overall) | Ada | ~$580K | ~0.65% average effective rate | Covers Boise, Meridian, Kuna, Eagle, Star |
| Boise | Ada | ~$510K–$595K | Ada County rate | SE Boise new construction runs higher |
| Meridian | Ada | ~$580K | Ada County rate | Widest new-home selection in the valley |
| Eagle | Ada | ~$975K | Ada County rate | River and estate lots push the median up |
| Kuna | Ada | ~$502K | Ada County rate | Larger lots, lower entry than Boise/Meridian |
| Star | Ada | Ask for current | Ada County rate | Tracks below Meridian, varies by community |
| Canyon County (overall) | Canyon | ~$433K | ~0.69% average overall rate | Covers Nampa, Caldwell, and surrounding areas |
| Nampa | Canyon | ~$436K–$472K | Canyon County rate | Strongest price-per-square-foot in the metro |
| Caldwell | Canyon | ~$402K–$410K | Canyon County rate | Lowest entry prices in the metro |
| Elmore County (overall) | Elmore | ~$339K | ~0.9% rural avg, lower urban | Covers Mountain Home |
| Mountain Home | Elmore | ~$325K–$349K | Confirm per property | Most affordable community in this guide |
Median figures from recent public market reports (idalistings, Redfin, Zillow, Movoto, and county-level reporting, 2025 to 2026). Property tax rates from Idaho State Tax Commission county averages. Ranges, not quotes: ask for current pricing on anything you shortlist.
The system, explained
How property taxes work in Idaho
Idaho property tax is simple to describe and easy to underestimate. Knowing these four mechanics will keep you from budgeting wrong.
Assessed at market value, annually
Each January 1, property is assessed at its full market value, and the tax bill is value minus exemptions, times the local levy rate set by your county, city, and school district.
The $125,000 homeowner's exemption
Owner-occupied primary residences knock the lesser of 50% of value or $125,000 off the assessed value before tax is calculated. You file with the county assessor, and the deadline is April 15 to apply.
Due December 20, or in halves
The full bill is due by December 20, or you can pay the first half then and the second half by June 20 of the next year. Counties mail bills in the fall, and the deadline moves if it lands on a weekend.
Levy rates vary by county and district
Recent state data shows average effective rates near 0.65% in Ada County, 0.69% overall in Canyon County, and about 0.9% in rural Elmore County, with urban areas lower. Your exact rate depends on where the property sits.
Why new construction tax bills surprise people
A new build gets a land bill first, then supplemental occupancy assessments as the county appraises the finished home, which can arrive in separate bills during your first year. The bill reflects the home's complete finished value, it is usually due in full, and you must apply for the homeowner's exemption promptly after the occupancy notice or the exemption is delayed. This is standard Idaho practice, not a billing error, and it is one of the clearest advantages of buying an established home with a predictable, already-assessed bill.
Where these numbers come from
- Idaho State Tax Commission county average rate reports
- Ada, Canyon, and Elmore county treasurer and assessor offices
- Public market reports: Redfin, Zillow, Movoto, idalistings
- Local business reporting on Treasure Valley housing
Nothing on this page is tax, legal, or financial advice. Rates and deadlines change; confirm everything with the county offices and a licensed professional.
Straight answers
Tax questions relocators actually ask
When are Idaho property taxes due?
Idaho property taxes are billed once a year and due in full by December 20, or in two installments: the first half by December 20 and the second half by June 20 of the following year. The county mails bills in the fall.
What is the Idaho homeowner's exemption?
Owner-occupied primary residences get an exemption equal to the lesser of 50% of assessed value or $125,000, applied to the property's market value before the tax rate is applied. You apply through your county assessor's office, and new construction requires a timely application to avoid a delayed exemption.
Why is the first-year tax bill on a new home higher?
New construction is assessed as it is completed, so the county issues supplemental occupancy assessments on top of the land bill. The bill reflects the finished home's value and can arrive in multiple pieces, which routinely surprises new-home buyers. This is normal, not an error.
How reliable are the median prices on this page?
They come from recent public reports by market data services covering the Boise metro, and different sources disagree by tens of thousands of dollars depending on month and methodology. Treat them as a range, always ask for current pricing, and use a current comparative market analysis for any specific home.
Do the figures on this page constitute tax or financial advice?
No. Property tax law, exemptions, and deadlines change, and every property is assessed individually. Confirm all figures with the county assessor or treasurer and a licensed professional before relying on them.
Want the current number for a specific home or community?
Ask Paul Knighton or Michelle Wilson, both with MORE Realty. We pull current sales data and tax context for any address in the valley, and we will send it to you straight, no registry required.