Idaho’s Wage Growth Surpasses National Average | Spokane News

Idaho’s crushing it economically—ranking third nationwide in wage growth with a 4.7% jump to $29.41/hour average pay, and every metro area seeing gains. Coeur d’Alene led in average pay boosts, Pocatello in median wage hikes, while SW Idaho’s workers hit the $30/hour mark. Jobs are booming too, with over 12,000 new hires and every region adding positions. Fast food and management roles dominate employment, though home health and retail employ more people nationally. Strong wages + rising jobs = a powerful economic story unfolding in the Gem State. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dfce34b1852b3fec