(Bannock County Press Release, June 1, 2026; Cover photo credit: Bannock County)
As June approaches, we are preparing to mail property assessment notices again. Here are a few important things to keep in mind when you receive your notice:
- Homeowner’s Exemption – If you own and live in your home as your primary residence, please make sure the Homeowner’s Exemption appears on your notice. You can find it in the “Current Value” section under “Less Homeowner Exemption.” If you do not see it or have questions, please contact our office.
- Budget Hearing Dates – Budget hearing dates are included on your notice. These meetings are open to the public and provide an opportunity to stay informed and share your input regarding local budgets.
- Parcel Number – Your parcel number is located on the right-hand side of the notice above the “Current Value” column.
- Questions About Value Changes – If your property value has increased or decreased and you are unsure why, please contact us. We are happy to review your notice with you.
This year, property values did not increase as much as last year. However, some older manufactured homes were adjusted to comply with Idaho Code requirements, which require assessed values to fall within 90% to 110% of market value. If you own a manufactured home built between the early 1960s and the early 1990s, we encourage you to review your notice carefully and contact us with any concerns.
Some residential and commercial vacant land and improved property values also may have increased due to market conditions. Agricultural land values generally remained the same. However, if your agricultural classification changes (for example, from irrigated to non-irrigated land), you may notice a change in value. Please check your notices carefully.
Property values may also change if improvements were made, such as home additions, new outbuildings, or other updates to the property.
Please remember that many factors can affect assessed values. If you see something in your notice that concerns you, we encourage you to call or visit our office so we can answer your questions and address your concerns.
It is also important to understand that when property values do not increase significantly, tax levies may rise in order for taxing districts to meet their approved budgets. Because of this, taxes can sometimes increase even when property values remain stable or decrease. Assessment is based on mass appraisal, meaning values are determined by analyzing groups of similar properties across the county rather than individual appraisals performed for private transactions.
Finally, we would like to remind everyone that the Assessor’s Office does not determine property taxes or budgets. Our responsibility is to determine fair and equitable values for all taxable properties in Bannock County for tax purposes.
We would also like to remind property owners to please contact our office with any questions or concerns. You are welcome to call us at (208) 236-7498 or visit our office in person. An appraiser is available to meet with you at any time to discuss your property value and answer questions about your assessment notice.
The deadline for filing an appeal with the Board of Equalization is Monday, June 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
For additional information, please visit bannockcounty.gov/assessor or contact our office directly for assistance.
I hope each of you has a wonderful summer!!!
~ Anita Hymas
Bannock County Assessor
