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Data Engineer Salary in Idaho

The median data engineer salary in Idaho is $117,500 per year, which is 6% below the national median of $125,000.

Median Salary
$117,500
vs National
$-7,500
State Rank
#28 of 50
Cost of Living
94%

Data Engineer Salary in Idaho by Experience

In Idaho, an entry-level data engineer earns around $75,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $169,200 per year. The cost of living index in Idaho is 94% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$75,200
$-4,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$119,380
$-7,620 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$169,200
$-10,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Idaho

Percentile ID Salary
10th Percentile $73,320
25th Percentile $94,000
Median (50th) $117,500
75th Percentile $148,520
90th Percentile $178,600

Data Engineer Salary by City in Idaho

The largest employment areas for data engineers in Idaho include Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Idaho Falls. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Data Engineer in Idaho

Education

Most data engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Idaho has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonSQLSparkAirflowAWS/GCPData Modeling

Job Outlook in Idaho

Nationally, data engineer employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Idaho's demand may vary based on local industry trends.