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Idaho imposes a state income tax of 5.8%. Flat rate with grocery credit. Your actual Idaho tax liability depends on your filing status, deductions, and taxable income.

In addition to Idaho state tax, all workers pay federal income tax (10%—7% progressive brackets) and FICA taxes (7.65% combined). Use our calculator above to see your complete tax breakdown.

Idaho has a flat state income tax rate of 5.8%, which applies to all taxable income after deductions. The Idaho State Tax Commission administers state taxes. Despite the relatively low flat rate compared to many states, Idaho's tax burden is offset somewhat by a grocery tax credit.

Key Tax Features: Idaho offers a grocery tax credit to offset the sales tax on food purchases, which helps moderate the impact of the sales tax on necessities. The state has a standard deduction of $14,600 for single filers, matching the federal amount. Idaho does not tax Social Security benefits for most retirees.

Growing Tech Hub: Boise has emerged as a significant tech center, earning the nickname "Silicon Valley of the Northwest." Companies like Micron Technology have large operations in the state. The population growth has been among the fastest in the nation, driven by remote work opportunities and a high quality of life.

No Local Income Tax: Idaho does not impose local income taxes on wages. Local governments rely on property taxes and sales taxes for funding. The state sales tax rate is 6%, with no local additions.

Idaho's 5.8% flat tax is accompanied by a grocery tax credit to offset the sales tax on food. The state has one of the fastest-growing populations in the U.S., drawn by outdoor recreation and a growing tech sector in Boise.