How much does a gas plant operator make in Idaho?
$79,280a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in Idaho. That is $38.12 an hour or $6,607 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.12
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,720Median: $79,280Highest 10%: $98,350
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,720 | $24.87 | |
| 25th | $76,290 | $36.68 | |
| Median | $79,280 | $38.12 | |
| 75th | $93,530 | $44.97 | |
| 90th | $98,350 | $47.28 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $79,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 34. Pennsylvania | $80,810 |
| 35. Kansas | $80,760 |
| 36. Texas | $79,910 |
| 37. Idaho | $79,280 |
| 38. Oklahoma | $78,310 |
| 39. Alabama | $77,120 |
| 40. South Carolina | $67,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $38.12 ($79,280 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $79,280 against $87,820 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Idaho rank for gas plant operator pay?
Idaho ranks 37 of 43 states.
Which city in Idaho pays gas plant operators the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $79,280 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.