83641 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 83641 (Melba, Idaho) pay a median of $1,931/year in property taxes on homes valued at $414,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.47%, which is 7% below the Idaho state average of 0.50%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 83641 is approximately $161, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Owyhee County. This is $323 more than the Idaho average of $1,608/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Idaho, 83641 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 83526 (0.47%) and 83833 (0.46%).

In Melba, property taxes represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $81,823, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Idaho reassesses property at market value upon sale, with no cap on the increase — be prepared for your assessed value to reset to the purchase price at closing. Owyhee County offers a Homeowners' Exemption reducing assessed value by up to $100,000 for owner-occupied primary residences; apply with the Owyhee County Assessor within 90 days of closing to claim this benefit. File the exemption application with the Owyhee County Assessor right after receiving your Notice of Assessment to ensure timely processing.