How much does a life scientist make in Idaho?
$68,990a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Idaho. That is $33.17 an hour or $5,749 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.17
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,690Median: $68,990Highest 10%: $106,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,690 | $26.29 | |
| 25th | $61,890 | $29.75 | |
| Median | $68,990 | $33.17 | |
| 75th | $81,900 | $39.38 | |
| 90th | $106,700 | $51.31 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 23. Kentucky | $75,670 |
| 24. Hawaii | $71,990 |
| 25. Indiana | $69,410 |
| 26. Idaho | $68,990 |
| 27. Colorado | $66,250 |
| 28. Illinois | $66,190 |
| 29. Minnesota | $64,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $33.17 ($68,990 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $68,990 against $93,750 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Idaho rank for life scientist pay?
Idaho ranks 26 of 32 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.