Idaho
About 15,000 Californians moved to Idaho in 2024, the number 12 destination out of California. Idaho has a 5.3% flat income tax (tax year 2026).
Home prices in Idaho vs. LA
| City | Median sale price | $/sq ft | Median days on market |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical LA County zip | $904K | $588 | n/a |
| Boise | $540K | $320 | 11 |
Redfin Data Center. Cities: May 2026, all residential. LA: median of LA County zip-code medians, Mar 2026 to May 2026.
Taxes
Idaho has a 5.3% flat income tax (tax year 2026). Idaho offers a homeowner's exemption that reduces the taxable value of an owner-occupied primary residence, up to a capped amount. See the Idaho revenue department for current rules.
Moving out of California generally doesn't take the sale of a California home out of California's tax reach. Our guide to selling your LA home and moving out of state covers withholding at closing, the capital gains exclusion and the questions to bring to a CPA.
Common questions
How many people move from California to Idaho?
About 15,385 people (plus or minus 2,919) moved from California to Idaho in 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, the number 12 destination for people leaving California.
Does Idaho have a state income tax?
Idaho has a 5.3% flat income tax (tax year 2026). California's top marginal rate is 13.3%. Confirm current rates with the Idaho revenue department and a CPA.
What do homes cost in Idaho compared with LA?
The typical Boise home sold for about $540K (Redfin, May 2026), versus about $904K for a typical LA County zip code.
Mover counts: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 state-to-state migration flows (people who lived in California one year earlier). Estimates have margins of error. Market figures: Redfin Data Center.