How much does a power plant operator make in Idaho?
$124,400a year
Median yearly pay for power plant operators in Idaho. That is $59.83 an hour or $10,370 a month.
- Hourly
- $59.83
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $68,960Median: $124,400Highest 10%: $137,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,960 | $33.15 | |
| 25th | $102,600 | $49.32 | |
| Median | $124,400 | $59.83 | |
| 75th | $130,100 | $62.53 | |
| 90th | $137,700 | $66.19 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $134,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for power plant operators.
| 1. Washington | $131,600 |
| 2. Nevada | $131,400 |
| 3. New Jersey | $131,400 |
| 4. Idaho | $124,400 |
| 5. North Dakota | $122,200 |
| 6. Hawaii | $121,700 |
| 7. Tennessee | $115,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a power plant operator make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $59.83 ($124,400 a year).
Do power plant operators make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $124,400 against $102,000 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Idaho rank for power plant operator pay?
Idaho ranks 4 of 49 states.
Which city in Idaho pays power plant operators the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $134,100 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.