How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Idaho?
$82,980a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Idaho. That is $39.89 an hour or $6,915 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.89
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,740Median: $82,980Highest 10%: $97,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,740 | $26.32 | |
| 25th | $57,360 | $27.58 | |
| Median | $82,980 | $39.89 | |
| 75th | $82,990 | $39.90 | |
| 90th | $97,320 | $46.79 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 10. Oregon | $87,110 |
| 11. New Jersey | $86,820 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $83,710 |
| 13. Idaho | $82,980 |
| 14. West Virginia | $81,710 |
| 15. New Mexico | $72,610 |
| 16. Michigan | $72,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $39.89 ($82,980 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $82,980 against $78,120 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Idaho rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Idaho ranks 13 of 35 states.
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.