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Osburn, ID Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$230/mo

1BR Rent$900/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index94 (-6% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$110/mo

Idaho Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

City of Osburn Water Department

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Shoshone County Solid Waste

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$230/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1600/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Osburn is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are limited, but prices are competitive. The area is attracting retirees and young families looking for a quiet, small-town lifestyle.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-6% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

110

Childcare/mo

$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

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tourism, healthcare, and small manufacturing

Top Local Concerns

Economic growth, public services, environmental protection

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the town is walkable and bike-friendly, with some sidewalks and crosswalks.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Silver Mountain Resort
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Coeur d'Alene Lake
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Wallace District Mining Museum

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a charming, small-town feel, with easy access to local amenities and outdoor recreation. Families often prefer the newer developments on the outskirts of town, which offer more space and modern amenities.

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Zoning laws are in place to preserve the town’s character, and there are specific regulations regarding outdoor burning and waste disposal.

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📊 Osburn — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Osburn fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in winter due to heating needs and lower bills in summer. Water usage may also increase in summer due to lawn watering and outdoor activities.