Truck Driver Salary in Idaho (2026): BLS OEWS Data, Top Metros & Carriers
Last verified: 2026-04-20 against the BLS OEWS 53-3032 May 2024 release (published March 2025).
Idaho's trucking economy centers on the Boise metro (growing tech + distribution), the Snake River Plain agricultural corridor (potato, sugar beet, dairy, specialty crops), and the I-84 east-west freight spine through Southern Idaho. Micron Technology (HQ Boise) is expanding a major semiconductor manufacturing operation, driving specialty freight demand.
Key Takeaways
- BLS OEWS 53-3032, May 2024 — Idaho state median: $53,960. Employment: ~10,280.2
- Idaho median sits ~$3,480 below the national median — offset by moderate cost of living.
- Top paying metros: Boise City MSA, Idaho Falls MSA, Coeur d'Alene MSA.
- Distinguishing features: Micron semiconductor expansion, agricultural freight (potato/dairy/sugar beet), Snake River Plain corridor, I-84 east-west spine.
Idaho Truck Driver Wages — BLS OEWS 53-3032 State Data
Verify at https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_id.htm.2
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual median wage | $53,960 |
| State employment | ~10,280 |
| State vs national median | −$3,480 (−6.1%) |
Top Idaho Metros for Truck Drivers
Boise City MSA
- Micron Technology HQ + Fab expansion — semiconductor manufacturing.
- Distribution cluster — Amazon, Walmart, Costco DCs.
- I-84 / I-184 corridors.
Data: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_14260.htm.4
Idaho Falls MSA
- Snake River Plain agriculture — Idaho National Laboratory + potato processing.
- I-15 corridor to Utah.
Data: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_26820.htm.4
Coeur d'Alene MSA
- Northern Idaho — timber + Inland NW regional freight.
- I-90 corridor.
Data: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_17660.htm.4
Major Freight Industries Driving Idaho Pay
| Industry | Endorsement fit | Pay band |
|---|---|---|
| Micron semiconductor | H for chemicals | $62–$88k |
| Potato / sugar beet / dairy | None | $50–$75k |
| Boise distribution | None | $55–$80k |
| LTL linehaul | T | $72–$95k experienced |
| Fuel tanker | X | $65–$90k |
| Timber / forest products (N Idaho) | None | $52–$78k |
Major Carriers Hiring in Idaho
- Idaho-based: Melaleuca transportation + distribution (Idaho Falls), various regional ag haulers.
- Mega OTR: Schneider, Werner, CR England, Knight-Swift, Stevens Transport.
- LTL: Old Dominion, Saia, XPO, FedEx Freight, Estes, Oak Harbor Freight (Pacific NW regional).
- Dedicated: Walmart Private Fleet, Amazon Freight, Costco, Micron contractors.
- Tanker: Kenan Advantage, Groendyke, Trimac.
FAQs
How much does a truck driver make in Idaho in 2026? Idaho state median is $53,960 per BLS OEWS May 2024, with ~10,280 drivers employed.2 State sits ~$3,480 below national. Experienced drivers in LTL or Micron dedicated push $80,000–$95,000+.
Is Micron Technology hiring truck drivers in Idaho? Micron's Boise-area fab expansion drives significant dedicated + specialty freight. Contracts flow to dedicated haulers and general distribution. Verify Micron-adjacent hiring through specific dedicated carriers and local recruiting.
What are the largest carriers hiring in Idaho in 2026? Schneider, Werner, CR England, Old Dominion, Saia, Walmart Private Fleet, Amazon Freight, Kenan Advantage, Oak Harbor Freight, Micron contractor fleets.
Sources
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BLS OEWS 53-3032 National. https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes533032.htm ↩
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BLS OEWS Idaho State. https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_id.htm ↩↩↩
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BEA Regional Price Parities. https://www.bea.gov/data/prices-inflation/regional-price-parities-state-and-metro-area ↩
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BLS OEWS MSAs. Boise: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_14260.htm · Idaho Falls: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_26820.htm · Coeur d'Alene: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_17660.htm · All ID: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oessrcma.htm ↩↩↩
