How much does a life make in Idaho?
$50,600a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Idaho. That is $24.33 an hour or $4,217 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.33
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,950Median: $50,600Highest 10%: $139,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,950 | $19.21 | |
| 25th | $44,320 | $21.31 | |
| Median | $50,600 | $24.33 | |
| 75th | $69,980 | $33.64 | |
| 90th | $139,300 | $66.95 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $54,390 |
| Twin Falls, ID | $49,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 38. Montana | $52,260 |
| 39. South Dakota | $51,630 |
| 40. Hawaii | $50,880 |
| 41. Idaho | $50,600 |
| 42. Iowa | $50,480 |
| 43. Missouri | $50,410 |
| 44. Minnesota | $49,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $24.33 ($50,600 a year).
Do lifes make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $50,600 against $62,280 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Idaho rank for life pay?
Idaho ranks 41 of 50 states.
Which city in Idaho pays lifes the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $54,390 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.