Homeowners in Meridian, Idaho paid a median $2,452 a year in property tax on a median home worth $531,600, an effective rate of about 0.46% (Census 2020–2024).
0.52%Ada County overall
Meridian vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Meridian
At the local 0.46% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $692 | $58 |
| $250,000 | $1,153 | $96 |
| $350,000 | $1,614 | $135 |
| $500,000 | $2,306 | $192 |
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Nearby and related
- Ada County property taxcounty overview
- Idaho property tax by countyranked
- Boise City, ID0.59% effective
- Eagle, ID0.43% effective
- Kuna, ID0.47% effective
- Star, ID0.45% effective
- Garden City, ID0.58% effective
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Idaho
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Boise City pop. 237,242
- Nampa pop. 110,319
- Idaho Falls pop. 67,725
- Caldwell pop. 66,516
- Pocatello pop. 57,635
- Coeur d'Alene pop. 56,447
- Twin Falls pop. 54,164
- Post Falls pop. 43,391
- Rexburg pop. 40,543
- Ada County pop. 518,935
- Canyon County pop. 250,790
- Kootenai County pop. 181,996
- Bonneville County pop. 129,523
- Twin Falls County pop. 93,734
- Bannock County pop. 89,454
- Madison County pop. 54,618
- Bonner County pop. 51,049
- Bingham County pop. 49,664
- Nez Perce County pop. 42,697
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Meridian, Idaho?
Homeowners in Meridian, Idaho paid a median $2,452 a year in property tax on a median home worth $531,600, an effective rate of about 0.46% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Meridian?
About $1,153 a year at the 0.46% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Meridian higher than the rest of Idaho?
Meridian ranks #50 lowest of 130 Idaho places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.49%. Ada County overall is 0.52%.