Gibbonsville, ID Utility & Living Guide

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Gibbonsville, ID Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$260/mo
1BR Rent$1000/mo
Sales Tax6%
COL Index108 (+8% above national average)
Family Score8/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$40/mo

Gibbonsville Water District
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Salmon Sanitation
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$260/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1000/mo
2 Bedrooms$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms$1900/mo
Median Home Price$280,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$900

The housing market in Gibbonsville is relatively small, with a mix of older homes and newer constructions. Rentals are scarce, and prices have been increasing due to the area’s growing popularity. Buyers can find a range of properties, from cabins to larger homes, often with acreage.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

108

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+8% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

102

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + No County or City tax</p>

Idaho has a state income tax with rates ranging from 1.125% to 6.925%, but there are no local income taxes in Gibbonsville.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
8/10
Safety Index

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+10% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries in tourism, agriculture, and forestry
Top Local Concerns
Affordability, environmental conservation, public services
🚌 Transit for Families

Gibbonsville has limited public transit, but its small size makes it walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly paths and sidewalks.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Salmon River
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    Williams Creek Summit Trail
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    Lost Trail Ski Area

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center offers a mix of older and newer homes, close to local amenities. The outskirts provide more spacious properties, often with views of the surrounding mountains. For families, the neighborhoods near the school are particularly popular.

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Gibbonsville has zoning regulations to preserve its natural beauty and restrict commercial development, ensuring the area remains residential and agricultural.

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📊 Gibbonsville — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Gibbonsville fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in winter due to heating needs and slightly higher water bills in summer from irrigation. However, the overall cost remains relatively stable due to the mild climate.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The property tax millage rate in Gibbonsville's ZIP code is around 15 mills, with no local surtaxes, making it relatively low compared to other parts of the country.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

Score 6/10: Gibbonsville has decent sidewalk quality, good park access, but limited elevator access in its small transit system, and a growing family infrastructure with new playgrounds and community spaces.

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