As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Lighting Engineer in Boise, ID is $68,476, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,317 weekly, or $5,706 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Lighting Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Lighting Engineer in Boise, ID vary widely, spanning from $58,344 to $77,533. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,173) and 75th percentile ($73,217), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,533 per year. This $10,044 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boise Lighting Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Boise currently ranks 650 statewide for Lighting Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Lighting Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $58,344 Boise, ID April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $63,173 Boise, ID April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $68,476 Boise, ID April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $73,217 Boise, ID April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Lighting Engineer Salary $77,533 Boise, ID April 01, 2026
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    Lighting Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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