Side-by-side comparison of mortgage costs, property taxes, closing costs, and homeowners insurance between Idaho and Texas. Updated for 2026.
Metric
Idaho
Texas
Median Home Price
$420K
$310K
Property Tax Rate
0.63%
1.8%
Avg Closing Costs
$6K
$5K
Closing Cost %
1.5%
1.7%
Transfer Tax
None
None
Homeowners Insurance
$1,600/yr
$3,800/yr
First-Time Buyer Program
Idaho Housing DPA
Up to 7% second mortgage
TDHCA My First Texas Home
Up to 5% DPA grant
Verdict
Idaho wins 3 of 6 cost categories, making it the more affordable state for homebuyers overall. However, Texas has a lower total cost when combining home price, closing costs, and insurance. Both states offer first-time buyer programs — explore the state pages for full details.