How much does a social worker make in Idaho?
$88,610a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Idaho. That is $42.60 an hour or $7,384 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.60
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,450Median: $88,610Highest 10%: $106,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,450 | $17.52 | |
| 25th | $44,000 | $21.15 | |
| Median | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| 75th | $97,470 | $46.86 | |
| 90th | $106,300 | $51.12 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $91,350 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 15. Mississippi | $91,560 |
| 16. Iowa | $91,170 |
| 17. New Mexico | $90,820 |
| 18. Idaho | $88,610 |
| 19. Kentucky | $85,160 |
| 20. Indiana | $84,570 |
| 21. Texas | $84,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $42.60 ($88,610 a year).
Do social workers make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $88,610 against $71,900 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Idaho rank for social worker pay?
Idaho ranks 18 of 50 states.
Which city in Idaho pays social workers the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $91,350 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.