Take Home Pay for Idaho (2026)
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Idaho (ID) Key Facts
State Income Tax
5.8%
Sales Tax Rate
6%
Property Tax Rate
0.69%
Overall State Tax Burden
12.5% combined rates
How This Calculator Works in Idaho
This calculator estimates your take-home pay in Idaho, factoring in federal income tax, FICA, and Idaho's state income tax.
Idaho Overview
Take-home pay in Idaho is affected by federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax at flat 5.8%. With sales tax at 6% and property tax at 0.69%, the overall tax environment shapes real purchasing power for Idaho workers.
How Idaho Compares
Idaho's combined rates (income: 5.8%, sales: 6%, property: 0.69%) compare to Washington (0%, 6.5%, 1.03%) and Oregon (9.9%, 0%, 0.97%).
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 0% | Washington has an income tax rate of 0%. |
| Oregon | 9.9% | Oregon has an income tax rate of 9.9%. |
| Montana | 6.75% | Montana has an income tax rate of 6.75%. |
Idaho's income tax rate of 5.8% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Idaho Residents
- 1Idaho state income tax at flat 5.8% reduces your take-home pay on every paycheck.
- 2Factor in Idaho's sales tax (6%) and property tax (0.69%) when calculating real purchasing power.
- 3Pre-tax 401(k), HSA, and FSA contributions reduce both federal and state taxable income, increasing your net pay.
- 4Your effective tax rate is typically lower than your marginal rate, especially in flat tax states.
- 5After major life changes (marriage, new child, job change), review both federal W-4 and state withholding forms to optimize take-home pay.