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Picabo, 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
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Picabo is relatively small with limited inventory, prices are driven by demand for second homes and vacation rentals. New construction is rare, and most homes are built in a rural or mountain style. Rentals are scarce and often leased quickly.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
94
102
$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 rates ranging from 1.125% to 6.925%, however, Picabo residents may be eligible for tax deductions
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited in Picabo, but the area is relatively flat and easy to navigate with a stroller, however, sidewalks are not always available
- Sun Valley Resort
- Sawtooth National Forest
- Silver Creek Preserve
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📰 Live Local News
Blaine County has zoning regulations and building codes that must be followed, also, there are specific rules for septic systems and well water
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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📊 Picabo — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Picabo fluctuate by season, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating, and higher water bills in the summer due to irrigation. However, the area's mild climate means that extreme temperature-related costs are rare.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 83348 has a property tax millage rate of 1.25%, with no local surtaxes, however, Blaine County has a specific tax assessment process for agricultural and timber lands
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Picabo has some sidewalks and relatively flat terrain, but the area is not highly developed for stroller use, and public transit is limited, however, many parks and outdoor areas are stroller accessible
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