Average Police Officer Salary in Idaho

Public Service · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Police Officer in Idaho earns $73,600 per year, which is below the national average of $74,910. This translates to approximately $35.38 per hour, $2,831 biweekly, or $6,133 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Idaho is 6% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$55,200	$26.54
Average (50th)	$73,600	$35.38
Experienced (75th)	$84,600	$40.69
Top Earners (90th)	$95,700	$46.01

Police Officer Salary by City in Idaho

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Boise	$79,500	$6,625/mo
Meridian	$75,100	$6,258/mo
Nampa	$72,100	$6,008/mo
Idaho Falls	$69,900	$5,825/mo
Coeur d'Alene	$68,400	$5,700/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Public Service
Typical Education	High school diploma
Job Growth (2022-2032)	3% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 5.8%
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.94 (-6% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Idaho

Major employers hiring Police Officers in Idaho include Micron Technology, St. Luke's Health System, Albertsons, HP Inc., and Idaho National Lab. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for public service professionals.

Calculate Your Idaho Take-Home Pay

Want to see your actual paycheck after taxes? Use our free Idaho Take-Home Pay Calculator to see exactly how much you'll take home based on your salary, filing status, and deductions.