Registered Nurse Salary in Idaho

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Idaho.

Generated from 12 active jobs and 4 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$126,230

Hourly average

$60.69/hr

Low

$95,160

High

$176,280

Vs national

+28%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Idaho

4 pay samples
Low $95,160
Median $116,740
Mean $126,230
High $176,280
Low sample$95,160
Median$116,740
Mean$126,230
High sample$176,280

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$126,230
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$128,806

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$126,230
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$128,806
Estimated rent share10 cents of each gross-pay dollar

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Does Idaho pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$126,230 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$103,509

$90,886$113,607

Mid Level

3-5 years

$126,230

$113,607$138,853

Experienced

6-10 years

$142,640

$128,755$156,525

Senior

10+ years

$164,099

$146,427$183,034

What Affects RN Pay in Idaho?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Idaho

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Idaho is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Idaho?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Idaho is based on 4 listed-pay job samples across 12 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Idaho?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 12 active registered nurse openings in Idaho.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-06-16T04:09:13.498Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.