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Economists Salary in Idaho

Economists in Idaho earn a median of $131,270 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$131,270
vs. U.S. median
+5% ($124,720)
Rank among states
9 of 40
Jobs in the state
130

Pay range in Idaho

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,180; the top 10% earn over $173,560. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.

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Economists pay in Idaho

How much do economists make in Idaho?

The median is $131,270 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,180 and the top 10% earn over $173,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Idaho a good state for economists?

On pay alone it ranks 9 of 40 (+5% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses