Pingree, ID Utility & Living Guide

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Pingree, 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$250/mo
1BR Rent$900/mo
Sales Tax6%
COL Index96 (-4% below 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

Bingham County Water District
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Bingham County Sanitation
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$900/mo
2 Bedrooms$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms$1800/mo
Median Home Price$280,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$800

The housing market in Pingree is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and most residents own their homes. New construction is limited, but existing homes offer a range of options for buyers.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

96

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-4% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

88

Healthcare

120

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
8/10
Safety Index

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries including agriculture, healthcare, and education
Top Local Concerns
Water management, rural infrastructure, agricultural sustainability
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited in Pingree, but the area is relatively flat and easy to navigate with a stroller, with some sidewalks and crosswalks available.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Snake River
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    American Falls Reservoir
  • 🎯
    Bingham County Fairgrounds

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center offers a mix of older homes and newer developments, with easy access to schools and amenities. The rural areas surrounding Pingree offer more spacious properties and a quieter lifestyle.

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Zoning laws and building codes are in place to preserve the rural character of the area, and there are regulations regarding livestock and agricultural activities.

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📊 Pingree — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Pingree fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and higher propane costs in the winter for heating. However, the overall cost of utilities remains relatively low compared to other parts of the country.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 83262 has a property tax millage rate of 1.1%, with no local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, Pingree has some sidewalks and crosswalks, but the area is largely rural and not highly developed for stroller-friendly infrastructure, although the flat terrain makes it relatively easy to navigate with a stroller.

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