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Bellevue, ID Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Bellevue is competitive, with a mix of older homes and new construction. Prices have been rising in recent years due to the area’s popularity with tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly during the winter months when the nearby ski resorts are open
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + No County or City tax</p> | |
Idaho has a state income tax with a top rate of 6.925%, but there are no local income taxes in Bellevue
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Bellevue has a limited public transit system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and sidewalks
- Sun Valley Resort
- Sawtooth National Recreation Area
- Blaine County Historical Museum
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📰 Live Local News
Bellevue has regulations in place to protect the area’s natural environment and preserve its small-town character, including restrictions on short-term rentals and development
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Bellevue — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Bellevue can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating and higher water bills in the summer due to irrigation. However, the area's mild climate means that overall utility costs are relatively low compared to other parts of the country
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 83313 has a property tax millage rate of 1.1%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain making it easy to get around with a stroller, although some areas may have limited elevator access in transit
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