BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Department of Labor said on Tuesday, Idaho wages rose $2.06 between 2022 and 2023.
According to a news release, IDL reviewed data from an annual survey made by the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The survey revealed in 2023 the average hourly wage for Idahoans' was $26.75, an increase of 8.3% compared to 2022.
The department reported a 10.4% increase in the median hourly wage from $19.26 to $21.27. The median was determined by the midway point from the lowest to highest-paid earners in the state.
The report also shows more Idahoans were employed in the state. In 2022, 797,420 residents were employed, and that number increased to 822,690 in 2023, and increase of 3.2%. The department states Boise saw most of the growth as 14,240 jobs were added.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little shared to his website sharing the statistics.
“Other states’ economies are lagging while Idaho’s job market and economy keeps surging ahead. Why? Because employers and businesses see what Idaho has to offer – lower taxes, fewer regulations, an enthusiastic workforce, and a high quality of life. In addition, our strategic approach to getting workers trained for in-demand careers through LAUNCH will help keep the momentum going and create even more prosperity for our young Idahoans. What Idaho is doing is working, and we’re just getting started!” Gov. Little said on his website.
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