Data Scientists pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for data scientists is $42.97 an hour ($89,380 a year). About 1,350 people work in this job there.
That is 26% lower than the U.S. median ($120,230). Idaho ranks 43rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for data scientists in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.76 | $63,980 |
| 25% of workers | $38.91 | $80,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $42.97 | $89,380 |
| 75% of workers | $65.84 | $136,940 |
| 90% of workers | $81.26 | $169,010 |
Data Scientists pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls | $167,840 | 230 |
| Boise City | $97,950 | 600 |
| Twin Falls | $93,330 | 30 |
| Lewiston | $81,250 | 40 |
| Pocatello | $79,300 | 40 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for data scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +34.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 24,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $103,600 |
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