Accountant salary in Idaho
Accountants in Idaho earn a median $74,730 a year, 11% below the national median of $83,680. That ranks #45 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $58,550.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 13-2011. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $74,730 | $6,228 | $2,874 | $35.93 |
| Average pay | $79,940 | $6,662 | $3,075 | $38.43 |
| Take-home (median) | $58,550 | $4,879 | $2,252 | $28.15 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $7,611 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $5,717 |
| Idaho income tax | $2,852 |
| Take-home | $58,550 |
Idaho's prices are 5% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $61,313 buys in an average-priced state. The Idaho minimum wage is $7.25; the median accountant earns 5.0 times that.
Accountant pay in Idaho vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $74,730 | $58,550 | $61,313 |
| Montana | $75,810 | $59,240 | $62,592 |
| Nevada | $81,600 | $66,236 | $66,250 |
| Oregon | $85,800 | $61,912 | $59,899 |
| Utah | $79,990 | $61,706 | $62,415 |
| Washington | $96,550 | $75,414 | $70,471 |
| Wyoming | $77,620 | $63,436 | $68,438 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do accountants make in Idaho?
- The median salary is $74,730 a year ($35.93 an hour), and the average is $79,940, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do accountants take home in Idaho?
- About $58,550 a year after federal and Idaho taxes, or $2,252 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do accountants earn more in Idaho than the national average?
- Idaho ranks #45 of 51 for median pay, 11% below the U.S. median of $83,680. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #48.