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Nampa, ID Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
Nampa’s housing market is growing rapidly, with new developments and subdivisions popping up around the city. However, this growth has also led to increased competition and rising prices. As a result, buyers may need to act quickly to secure their dream home.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
96
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + No County tax + No City tax</p> | |
Idaho has a state income tax rate of 6.925%, with a top marginal rate of 6.925%
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Nampa's public transit system is limited, but the city has made efforts to improve accessibility with wheelchair-accessible buses and a downtown area that is relatively stroller-friendly.
- Nampa Rec Center
- Lake Lowell
- Idaho Center
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Nampa has regulations in place regarding zoning, building codes, and environmental protection, which are enforced by the City Council and various departments.
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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📊 Nampa — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
During the summer months, utility costs in Nampa tend to increase due to the high demand for air conditioning, with the average electricity bill rising by around 20%. In contrast, winter months see a decrease in utility costs as the mild winters reduce the need for heating.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 1.05% to 1.15% depending on the location, with no local surtaxes specific to Nampa county
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Nampa's sidewalk quality is generally good, with wide paths and ramps, but some areas lack park access and elevator access in transit, which can make it difficult for families with strollers to get around
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