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Idaho Paycheck Calculator

Estimate your take-home pay in Idaho. The state applies a single flat income tax rate of 5.3% to taxable wages, so every paycheck gives up the same share to state tax on top of federal withholding, Social Security, and Medicare.

Disclaimer: All figures on this page are estimates for general informational purposes only and are not financial, tax, or legal advice. Tax rates, brackets, and withholding rules change and vary by locality and personal circumstances. Verify current rates with the Idaho Department of Revenue or the IRS, and consult a qualified tax professional before making financial decisions.

Idaho Tax Snapshot

State Income Tax
5.3% top rate
Sales Tax (state + local avg)
6.03%
Avg Property Tax Rate
0.63%
Median Home Value
$381,100
State Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr

Did You Know?

Idaho taxes wages at a flat 5.3% and is one of the few states that still taxes groceries at the full state rate, offsetting it with a per-person grocery tax credit.

Idaho vs. Other Flat-Tax States

Idaho is one of 15 states that apply a single flat rate to taxable wages instead of graduated brackets. Its 5.3% rate is the highest in that group, which runs from Arizona at 2.5% to Idaho at 5.3%.

Measured against all 42 states and jurisdictions that tax wages, Idaho's 5.3% rate ranks 21st-highest and sits right at the national median top rate of 5.25%.

For comparison, nearby states line up like this: Montana (top rate 5.65%); Nevada (no income tax); Oregon (top rate 9.9%); Utah (top rate 4.5%); Washington (no income tax).

How Idaho's Flat Tax Affects Your Take-Home Pay

When you earn a paycheck in Idaho, your employer withholds federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%). On top of that, the state withholds income tax based on flat rate of 5.3%. The state minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, which sets the floor for hourly workers. Understanding these deductions helps you budget effectively and plan for the average 0.63% property tax rate on homes valued around $381,100.

Idaho also levies a combined state and average local sales tax of 6.03%, which affects your overall purchasing power. Factor this into your budget when calculating how far your paycheck stretches.

Where You Live vs. Where You Work in Idaho

Idaho has no income tax reciprocity agreements, so if you live here and work across a state line, the work state generally withholds its own tax first. Idaho then gives you a credit for taxes paid to the other state, which usually leaves you paying the higher of the two rates overall rather than both in full.

Idaho has no general local income or wage tax, so state withholding is the only state-level line on your pay stub alongside federal tax and FICA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Idaho have a state income tax? +
Yes. Idaho has a state income tax with a top rate of 5.3%. Your effective rate depends on your filing status and income brackets. Idaho taxes wages at a flat 5.3% and is one of the few states that still taxes groceries at the full state rate, offsetting it with a per-person grocery tax credit.
What is the sales tax rate in Idaho? +
The Idaho state sales tax rate is 6%. When you include the average local rate of 0.03%, the combined rate is approximately 6.03%. Actual rates vary by city and county.
How do I calculate my Idaho take-home pay? +
Start with your gross salary, subtract federal income tax (based on your W-4 and tax bracket), subtract FICA taxes (7.65% — 6.2% Social Security up to the wage base + 1.45% Medicare), then subtract Idaho state income tax at your marginal rate. The remainder is your net take-home pay. Our calculator does this automatically.
What payroll deductions apply in Idaho? +
All Idaho employees pay federal income tax and FICA (Social Security 6.2% + Medicare 1.45%). State income tax is also withheld based on Idaho's brackets. Additional deductions may include 401(k) contributions, health insurance premiums, and any local taxes.
How often are Idaho employees typically paid? +
Most Idaho employees are paid biweekly (26 paychecks per year) or semi-monthly (24 paychecks). Some employers use weekly or monthly pay schedules. Our calculator supports all frequencies — enter your gross pay for one period and it calculates your net pay after all applicable Idaho taxes and deductions.
What does Idaho's flat 5.3% income tax mean for my paycheck? +
Every dollar of taxable wages is taxed at the same 5.3% rate regardless of how much you earn. On $60,000 of taxable income that works out to roughly $3,180 of Idaho income tax per year — about $122 per biweekly paycheck — before deductions, exemptions, and credits reduce the bill.
Which other states use a flat income tax? +
15 states tax wages at a single flat rate: Arizona (2.5%), Ohio (2.75%), Indiana (2.95%), Louisiana (3%), Pennsylvania (3.07%), Kentucky (3.5%), Iowa (3.8%), North Carolina (3.99%), Mississippi (4%), Michigan (4.25%), Colorado (4.4%), Utah (4.5%), Illinois (4.95%), Georgia (5.19%), and Idaho (5.3%). The national median top rate among all states and jurisdictions that tax wages is 5.25%, which puts Idaho's 5.3% right at that benchmark.
What if I live in Idaho but work in another state? +
Idaho has no reciprocity agreements, so the state where you physically work usually withholds its own income tax. You then file a Idaho resident return reporting all your income and claim a credit for the tax paid to the other state. The credit is capped at what Idaho would have charged, so you effectively pay the higher of the two rates.
How do nearby states' income taxes compare with Idaho's? +
Montana (top rate 5.65%); Nevada (no income tax); Oregon (top rate 9.9%); Utah (top rate 4.5%); Washington (no income tax). 2 of the 5 nearby states listed have a higher top rate than Idaho's 5.3%.

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