DOL Median (Idaho)
$54,267
vs National
-45.2%
National: $99,100BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$52,635
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$54,267
-45.2% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$99,100
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economists in Idaho earns $54,267 in nominal terms, which is 45.2% below the national average of $99,100. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 103.1 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $52,635 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Idaho
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Agri Beef Co. | $77,000 | 1 |
| GREATEST GOOD LLC | $66,706 | 22 |
| Economic Modeling, LLC | $57,720 | 1 |
| University of Idaho | $54,267 | 1 |
| Idaho State Regional Center | $46,643 | 3 |
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How much does a Economists make in Idaho?
The median Economists salary in Idaho is $54,267 based on 5 DOL filings.
Is Idaho a good place to work as a Economists?
A Economists in Idaho earns 45.2% less than the national median of $99,100, or $52,635 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.