Electricians pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for electricians is $30.29 an hour ($63,000 a year). About 5,690 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($63,190). Idaho ranks 30th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electricians in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.67 | $38,830 |
| 25% of workers | $23.26 | $48,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.29 | $63,000 |
| 75% of workers | $39.44 | $82,040 |
| 90% of workers | $45.90 | $95,470 |
Electricians pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lewiston | $77,130 | 230 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $66,350 | 480 |
| Idaho Falls | $65,350 | 540 |
| Boise City | $61,610 | 2,510 |
| Pocatello | $60,540 | 160 |
| Twin Falls | $58,000 | 300 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electricians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 72,700 openings a year (BLS)
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