Software Developers pay in Boise City
In Boise City (ID), the median pay for software developers is $63.26 an hour ($131,590 a year). About 3,240 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($135,980). It is about the same as the Idaho median ($131,590).
Pay range for software developers in Boise City (ID)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.39 | $75,680 |
| 25% of workers | $48.07 | $99,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.26 | $131,590 |
| 75% of workers | $77.57 | $161,350 |
| 90% of workers | $82.78 | $172,170 |
Software Developers pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City (this page) | $131,590 | 3,240 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $126,870 | 310 |
| Twin Falls | $124,000 | 120 |
| Idaho Falls | $123,450 | 530 |
| Pocatello | $119,430 | 90 |
| Lewiston | $101,310 | 70 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for software developers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 to 8 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +10.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 95,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Boise City (ID)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Computer User Support Specialists | $58,340 |
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