Buying gold in Idaho
Idaho does not charge sales tax on qualifying gold bullion and coins. Jewelry is taxed at the 6% state rate plus any local tax.
Gold has one national spot price in US dollars: the prices on this page are the same as on the gold price in the United States page. What differs in Idaho is tax, explained below.
Sales tax on gold in Idaho
Precious metal bullion and monetized bullion (coins) are exempt. Commemorative medallions and tokens, accessories, and processed items such as jewelry or colorized coins are taxable.
Tax when you sell gold in Idaho
HB 40 (2025) removes gains on precious metal bullion and monetized bullion from Idaho taxable income, retroactive to Jan 1, 2025. At the federal level, the IRS treats bullion and most gold coins as collectibles: long-term gains (assets held more than a year) are taxed at your ordinary rate, capped at 28%, and short-term gains as ordinary income.
Gold and silver as money in Idaho
Idaho Constitutional Money Act (HB 177, 2025) affirms U.S.-issued gold and silver coin as legal tender when both parties agree.
Buying and selling rules in Idaho
Dealers report a customer's sale to the IRS on Form 1099-B only for certain forms and quantities, such as 1-kilo gold bars, 1,000 ounces of silver bars or 25 or more Krugerrands or Maple Leafs; American Eagles and smaller lots are generally not reported. Any business that receives more than $10,000 in cash in one transaction or related transactions files IRS Form 8300. Bring a photo ID when you sell.
What you pay over spot
Dealers sell Gold Eagles, Buffaloes, bars and rounds at a premium over the spot price shown here, which covers minting, shipping and the dealer's margin; small coins carry the biggest premiums. Jewelry adds design and labour. When you sell, dealers usually pay a little under spot for common bullion and the melt value, less a margin, for scrap.
Tax and duty information last reviewed October 2026. Rules change — confirm with your dealer or tax authority before a large purchase.