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Mccall, ID Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$1100/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index108 (+8% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$380,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Idaho Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Mccall Public Works

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Mccall Sanitation

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1500/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$380,000
Property Tax Rate	1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1200

The housing market in Mccall is competitive, with a mix of older homes and new constructions. Prices have been rising due to the area’s popularity. Rentals are scarce, especially during peak season.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

108

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+8% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$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 no local income taxes

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tourism, hospitality, and outdoor recreation

Top Local Concerns

Affordability, traffic, environmental conservation

🚌 Transit for Families

Mccall has limited public transit, but the downtown area is walkable and stroller-friendly

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Mccall-Donnelly School District's outdoor education programs
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Ponderosa State Park
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Mccall Marina

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a mix of old and new homes, with easy access to amenities and outdoor recreation. The Ponderosa State Park area is also popular for its natural beauty and outdoor opportunities.

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📊 Mccall — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Mccall fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in winter due to heating and higher water bills in summer due to irrigation. Residents can expect to pay more for utilities during the peak winter and summer months.