Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Idaho | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,690 | $74,587 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.66 | $35.86 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,597.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Idaho is $61,690, or about $29.66 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Idaho is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Idaho typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,570 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $61,690, Idaho offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.