How much does a biological scientist make in Idaho?
$83,320a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Idaho. That is $40.06 an hour or $6,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.06
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,940Median: $83,320Highest 10%: $109,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,940 | $24.01 | |
| 25th | $63,130 | $30.35 | |
| Median | $83,320 | $40.06 | |
| 75th | $97,470 | $46.86 | |
| 90th | $109,300 | $52.55 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $88,610 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $75,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 30. New Mexico | $84,120 |
| 31. Florida | $83,780 |
| 32. New Hampshire | $83,740 |
| 33. Idaho | $83,320 |
| 34. Nebraska | $82,770 |
| 35. Iowa | $82,720 |
| 36. Illinois | $82,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $40.06 ($83,320 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $83,320 against $98,920 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Idaho rank for biological scientist pay?
Idaho ranks 33 of 50 states.
Which city in Idaho pays biological scientists the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $88,610 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.