Postal Service Mail Carriers Salary in Northwestern Idaho

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

Median annual salary $48,090 -16.4% vs national
Median hourly $23.12
10th percentile $42,390
90th percentile $78,270
Employed locally 190
National median $57,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,390
    25th
    $42,390
    50th (median)
    $48,090
    75th
    $66,580
    90th
    $78,270

    Top-paying metros for Postal Service Mail Carriers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Victoria, TX $65,490
    Fargo, ND-MN $64,540
    Napa, CA $64,540
    Lincoln, NE $64,540
    Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA $64,540
    Lawrence, KS $64,500

    Related occupations in Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General$41,070
    Customer Service Representatives$39,040
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$41,160
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$45,460
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$55,670
    Receptionists and Information Clerks$35,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Postal Service Mail Carriers make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Postal Service Mail Carriers in Northwestern Idaho is $23.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.94 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Postal Service Mail Carriers salaries?

    The median Postal Service Mail Carriers salary in Northwestern Idaho is 16.4% below the national median of $57,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Postal Service Mail Carriers (10th percentile) earn around $42,390 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,390.