Highway Maintenance Workers pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for highway maintenance workers is $25.02 an hour ($52,050 a year). About 1,340 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($50,260). Idaho ranks 19th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for highway maintenance workers in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.80 | $43,260 |
| 25% of workers | $23.04 | $47,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.02 | $52,050 |
| 75% of workers | $28.58 | $59,440 |
| 90% of workers | $34.06 | $70,840 |
Highway Maintenance Workers pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Pocatello | $56,680 | 40 |
| Twin Falls | $56,680 | 60 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $56,140 | 100 |
| Lewiston | $54,930 | 50 |
| Idaho Falls | $52,030 | 110 |
| Boise City | $50,740 | 170 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for highway maintenance workers
- 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: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 11,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $46,940 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $48,190 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $61,680 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $46,600 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $63,570 |
| Hazardous Materials Removal Workers | $49,710 |
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