Are Treasure Valley Property Taxes Really This Low? Here’s What My Eagle Assessment Revealed.
As someone who has lived and worked in Eagle for years, I know property tax season can bring up all kinds of emotions. Curiosity. Mild panic. The urge to triple-check your assessor’s math. But this year, my own tax assessment arrived and I had a very different reaction. Relief. Even a little excitement.
My primary residence in Eagle came back at just 0.360 percent. Yes, you read that right. And considering the questions I get every week about Treasure Valley property taxes, I want to share what I’m seeing both personally and professionally.
These numbers matter, and they paint a very encouraging picture for homeowners in Boise, Eagle, Meridian, Star, Kuna, and the surrounding areas.
Before we dive in, here is the statewide context. The Idaho Tax Commission’s 2025 published averages show that Ada County’s overall property tax rate sits around 0.642 percent, which is already low compared to many regions across the country. Canyon County comes in close behind at 0.612 percent. Across the state, many counties remain well under 1 percent, demonstrating just how competitive Idaho is for property owners. Below, I’ve included a chart from the Idaho State Tax Commission that visually breaks down effective property tax rates by county.
When my Eagle assessment came in even lower than Ada County’s average, it underscored what many of us already feel. The Treasure Valley continues to offer strong long-term value, predictable carrying costs, and a homeowner-friendly tax environment. For anyone considering buying or relocating here, this is one more reason our market stands out.
So what does a lower tax rate actually mean for everyday life? It keeps monthly housing expenses manageable, it strengthens long-term affordability, and it helps both new buyers and longtime residents plan with confidence. In a fast-growing area like ours, stability is powerful.
Property taxes also shift based on levies, bond approvals, city budgets, and assessed value changes. Even so, the Treasure Valley continues to show remarkable consistency year after year, especially compared to markets in neighboring states where tax fluctuations are far more dramatic.
If you received your latest assessment and want help understanding how these numbers affect your home’s value, your long-term equity, or your selling potential, I’m happy to walk through it with you. As always, Abmont Realty Group is here in the Treasure Valley, helping homeowners navigate a market that is steadily growing, increasingly desirable, and still remarkably affordable when it comes to property taxes.
Call Abmont Realty Group anytime at 208-789-4320 if you want to review your assessment, prepare for a move, or simply get clarity on what today’s market means for you.