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Murphy, 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
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Murphy is relatively small and competitive, with a mix of older homes and new constructions. Prices have been steadily increasing due to the area’s growing popularity. Rentals are scarce, and tenants often face long waiting lists.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
92
102
$900
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 rates ranging from 1.125% to 6.925%, and Murphy residents are subject to these rates.
Family & Relocation
70
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Public transit options are limited, but the area is relatively flat and stroller-friendly, with some paved sidewalks and bike paths.
- Bruneau Dunes State Park
- Owyhee River
- Murphy Historical Museum
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📰 Live Local News
Zoning laws and building codes are strictly enforced to preserve the area’s rural character.
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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📊 Murphy — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring higher electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winters are generally mild, and heating costs are relatively low. However, residents may experience increased energy costs during extreme weather events.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 83650 has a property tax millage rate of 1.15%, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Murphy has some paved sidewalks and bike paths, but the area is largely rural, and stroller-friendly infrastructure is limited, with few elevators in public buildings and limited park access.
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