Biologists Salary in Idaho
Biologists in Idaho earn a median of $83,320 a year, −16% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Biological Scientists, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,320
- vs. U.S. median
- −16% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range in Idaho
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,940; the top 10% earn over $109,300. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near Idaho
Similar jobs in Idaho
- Geneticists$83,320 median in Idaho (broader BLS group)
- Bioinformatics Scientists$83,320 median in Idaho (broader BLS group)
- Microbiologists$65,940 median in Idaho
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$83,320 median in Idaho (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$83,010 median in Idaho
- Soil and Plant Scientists$95,150 median in Idaho
Biologists pay in Idaho
How much do biologists make in Idaho?
The median is $83,320 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,940 and the top 10% earn over $109,300. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Idaho a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 50 (−16% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.