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Hailey, 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 | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
Hailey’s housing market is competitive, with a mix of older homes and new construction. The area is popular with families and outdoor enthusiasts, driving up demand for housing. Rentals are scarce, and prices are rising
Cost of Living
118
+8% above national average
105
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <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
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Hailey has a limited public transit system, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Sun Valley Resort
- Wood River Trail
- Hailey Ice Rink
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📰 Live Local News
Hailey has regulations on short-term rentals, and the city is working to balance growth with environmental concerns
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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📊 Hailey — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Hailey fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating, and higher water bills in the summer due to irrigation. Residents can expect to pay more for utilities during the peak winter and summer months
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 83333 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 7: Hailey has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the city's infrastructure is not always conducive to walking or biking with a stroller, particularly in areas with heavy traffic or limited pedestrian access
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