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How much do Boilermakers make in Idaho?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Boilermakers in Idaho earn a median salary of $88,400 per year ($7,366/month). This is 10.4% above the national average of $80,105. Idaho ranks #11 out of 37 states for Boilermakers pay. Approximately 70 people work in this occupation across Idaho. Salaries increased by 23.3% compared to 2024.
Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries. Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints. Work involves use of hand and power tools, plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles. Assist in testing assembled vessels. Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces. Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Boilermakers in Idaho range from $70,010 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $118,560 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $74,670 and $105,600.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $70,010 | $33.66 | $5,834 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,670 | $35.90 | $6,222 |
| Median (50th) | $88,400 | $42.50 | $7,366 |
| 75th Percentile | $105,600 | $50.77 | $8,800 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $118,560 | $57.00 | $9,880 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $89,790 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS