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Huston, ID Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$110/mo
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$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Huston is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are limited, but prices are competitive. The area is seeing slow growth, with new developments popping up on the outskirts of town.
Cost of Living
96
-4% below national average
105
88
102
$800
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 no local income taxes are imposed.
Family & Relocation
70
7/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Huston has limited public transit, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks.
- Huston Park
- Canyon County Fairgrounds
- Snake River
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Huston has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and animal control, but is generally business-friendly.
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Huston — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months see higher electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winters are generally mild, resulting in lower heating costs. Overall, utility costs in Huston remain relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 83630 has a property tax millage rate of 1.1%, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to limited but improving sidewalk infrastructure, accessible parks, and a generally flat terrain, making it manageable for families with strollers to navigate the town.
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