Physicists Salary in Idaho Falls, ID

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Idaho Falls, ID

Median annual salary $132,060 -20.6% vs national
Median hourly $63.49
10th percentile $81,010
90th percentile $210,800
National median $166,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $81,010
    25th
    $102,510
    50th (median)
    $132,060
    75th
    $166,630
    90th
    $210,800

    Idaho Falls economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $77,300 2023 • Census ACS
    Physicists salary vs area income 171% Median Physicists salary is 71% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physicists make per hour in Idaho Falls?

    The median hourly wage for Physicists in Idaho Falls, ID is $63.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $96.15 or more per hour.

    Is Idaho Falls above or below average for Physicists salaries?

    The median Physicists salary in Idaho Falls, ID is 20.6% below the national median of $166,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physicists in Idaho Falls?

    Entry-level Physicists (10th percentile) earn around $81,010 per year in Idaho Falls, ID. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $102,510.