Lawyers pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for lawyers is $49.71 an hour ($103,400 a year). About 2,490 people work in this job there.
That is 35% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Idaho ranks 44th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.39 | $50,730 |
| 25% of workers | $39.19 | $81,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.71 | $103,400 |
| 75% of workers | $67.00 | $139,350 |
| 90% of workers | $104.17 | $216,660 |
Lawyers pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City | $109,780 | 1,250 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $105,920 | 270 |
| Twin Falls | $105,240 | 100 |
| Lewiston | $97,020 | 50 |
| Idaho Falls | $95,300 | 190 |
| Pocatello | $92,280 | 100 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Chief Executives | $177,210 |
| Compliance Officers | $75,450 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $77,340 |
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