Laboratory Salary in Idaho

How much does a Laboratory make in Idaho?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laboratory in Idaho is $64,559 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Laboratory's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,031
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,863 to $71,610
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,766
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Laboratory Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $71,610 $5,968 $1,377 $34
Average $64,559 $5,380 $1,242 $31
25th Percentile $57,863 $4,822 $1,113 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Laboratory Salaries

A Laboratory's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Laboratory Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laboratory's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,496
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $47,973
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,954
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,844
  • Expert (over 8 years): $77,310
Levels Salary
Laborator... Level Laboratory$41,496
Laborator... Level Laboratory$47,973
Laborator... Level Laboratory$65,954
Laborator... Level Laboratory$77,844
Laborator... Level Laboratory$77,310
$41,496 0 yr
$47,973 < 2 yrs
$65,954 2-4 yrs
$77,844 5-8 yrs
$77,310 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Laboratories

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Pocatello: $59,725
  • Fort Hall: $59,942
  • Aberdeen: $60,956

Laboratory Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Laboratory roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 52% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Laboratory positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Laboratory as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Laboratory

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$83,926$40.030%
Financial Services$77,470$37.020%
Aerospace & Defense$72,306$35.012%
Pharmaceuticals$72,306$35.012%
Energy & Utilities$71,015$34.010%

Laboratory Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laboratory's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    Boise, ID

    St. Luke's Health System | Boise, ID

    Laboratory Assistant. St. Luke's Health System is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to join our Laboratory Services te... more

    8 Days Ago

  • SVL Analytical Inc.

    Kellogg, ID

    SVL Analytical Inc. | Kellogg, ID

    Looking for a great lab role that doesn't disrupt your mornings. Join us as a Sample Prep Technician on our 2-10 p.m.shift and enjoy the freedom to start y... more

    9 Days Ago

  • St. Luke's Health System

    Ketchum, ID

    St. Luke's Health System | Ketchum, ID

    Lab Assistant 1. The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of... more

    7 Days Ago

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    Idaho Falls, ID

    Eurofins USA Food Testing | Idaho Falls, ID

    Job Description. Job Description. Company Description. Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytica... more

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    Idaho Falls, ID

    STRATA, Inc. | Idaho Falls, ID

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    Meridian, ID

    Quest Diagnostics Incorporated | Meridian, ID

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