Software Developers Salary in Northwestern Idaho

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

Median annual salary $95,140 -28.5% vs national
Median hourly $45.74
10th percentile $54,990
90th percentile $163,070
Employed locally 220
National median $133,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,990
    25th
    $75,610
    50th (median)
    $95,140
    75th
    $134,970
    90th
    $163,070

    Top-paying metros for Software Developers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $208,270
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $174,910
    California $170,910
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $169,340
    Washington $166,910
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $163,020

    Related occupations in Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    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
    Computer Network Support Specialists $58,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Software Developers make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Software Developers in Northwestern Idaho is $45.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.40 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Software Developers salaries?

    The median Software Developers salary in Northwestern Idaho is 28.5% below the national median of $133,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Software Developers in Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Software Developers (10th percentile) earn around $54,990 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,610.