Data Scientists Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $85,680 -23.9% vs national
Median hourly $41.19
10th percentile $49,410
90th percentile $165,770
Employed locally 40
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,410
    25th
    $69,240
    50th (median)
    $85,680
    75th
    $105,750
    90th
    $165,770

    Top-paying metros for Data Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $173,160
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $166,300
    Idaho Falls, ID $164,030
    Washington $158,760
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $157,290
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $156,830

    Related occupations in Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers$95,140
    Computer User Support Specialists$51,160
    Computer Occupations, All Other$75,710
    Computer Systems Analysts$65,070
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators$83,510
    Web and Digital Interface Designers$64,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Northwestern Idaho is $41.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.70 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Northwestern Idaho is 23.9% below the national median of $112,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Scientists in Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $49,410 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,240.