Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary in Idaho: $101,612 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Idaho's 16 metropolitan areas, the average median diagnostic medical sonographer pay sits at $101,612/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2032. Because Idaho sits at BEA RPP 95.3 (5% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $106,623 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Boise City ($100,210), Twin Falls ($99,420), Boise ($95,415).
In Idaho, diagnostic medical sonographers can expect a median salary of $101,611 in 2026, slightly above the national median of $101,352, reflecting a 0.3% increase compared to national averages. Salaries vary significantly across the state, with Boise City offering the highest compensation at $105,150, while Mountain Home provides the lowest at $91,073, resulting in a gap of $14,077. This difference is primarily driven by demand fluctuations in urban versus rural areas, as well as local healthcare investments. Idaho's licensing requirements mandate that sonographers possess appropriate certification, which helps ensure a qualified workforce and maintains high standards of practice. The state's scope of practice laws allow for a depth of professional responsibilities, which can enhance job opportunities. The projected growth rate for the profession in Idaho stands at 4.93% annually, indicating a steady demand, driven by an aging population and advancements in medical technology. With a total of 537 employed diagnostic medical sonographers statewide, job opportunities are anticipated to remain strong particularly in metropolitan areas such as Boise City, Twin Falls, and Nampa, where median salaries reflect the growing demand for ultrasound services.
Idaho Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary Range
Overall salary range in Idaho: $46,820 (lowest entry-level) to $137,934 (highest top earner)
Idaho vs National Average
Idaho diagnostic medical sonographers earn 0.26% more than the national median (+$260/year difference).
Idaho Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Salary Distribution (2026)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer salaries in Idaho range from $73,913 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $125,132 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $101,612. The Idaho median is $260 above the US national median of $101,352. The average hourly rate is $48.85/hr. Approximately 537 diagnostic medical sonographers are employed across 16 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$76,940
2025 BLS Actual
$96,837
2026 Current Est.
$101,612
2019–2027 Growth
+38.6%
Salary Trajectory for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Idaho (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.93% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $76,940 | Actual |
| 2020 | $77,920 | Actual |
| 2021 | $78,236 | Actual |
| 2022 | $83,255 | Actual |
| 2023 | $88,750 | Actual |
| 2024 | $89,539 | Actual |
| 2025 | $96,837 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $101,612 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $106,621 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Idaho metropolitan area, the median diagnostic medical sonographer salary grew 25.9% from $76,940 (2019) to $96,837 (2025). At a 4.93% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $106,621 by 2027 — a total increase of $29,681 (38.58%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Idaho metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.93% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Idaho
Lowest Paying Cities in Idaho
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Mountain Home | $91,073 |
| Eagle | $91,977 |
| Post Falls | $92,840 |
| Lewiston | $92,885 |
| Kuna | $93,410 |
Best Value Cities for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Idaho
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Idaho cities offer the most purchasing power for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Falls | $104,321 | 92.108 | $113,259 |
| Boise City | $105,150 | 98.391 | $106,870 |
| Boise | $100,119 | 95.3 | $105,057 |
| Nampa | $99,360 | 95.3 | $104,260 |
| Idaho Falls | $97,417 | 94.412 | $103,183 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Idaho
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $73,913 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $101,612 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $125,132 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Idaho metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 16 Cities in Idaho
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boise City | $105,150 |
| 2 | Twin Falls | $104,321 |
| 3 | Boise | $100,119 |
| 4 | Nampa | $99,360 |
| 5 | Coeur d'Alene | $97,493 |
| 6 | Idaho Falls | $97,417 |
| 7 | Caldwell | $97,347 |
| 8 | Meridian | $96,949 |
| 9 | Pocatello | $96,949 |
| 10 | Rexburg | $95,680 |
| 11 | Moscow | $94,174 |
| 12 | Kuna | $93,410 |
| 13 | Lewiston | $92,885 |
| 14 | Post Falls | $92,840 |
| 15 | Eagle | $91,977 |
| 16 | Mountain Home | $91,073 |
More Idaho Salary Data
Hourly Rates
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Entry Level
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Senior / Experienced
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Written by Aisha Khan, RDMS, RVT
Career Analyst
Aisha has over 10 years of experience in abdominal sonography. She works at a regional hospital. Aisha also conducts training for new sonographers.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.93% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 diagnostic medical sonographer compensation across Idaho. State averages are employment-weighted across 16 metro areas — larger metro areas with more diagnostic medical sonographerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.93%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for diagnostic medical sonographers (SOC 29-2032).
Compiled and verified by Aisha Khan, RDMS, RVT, a licensed diagnostic medical sonographer with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov