Average New Graduate Nurse Salary

$48.40/hour

The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Idaho is $48.40 per hour. This is 13% higher than the US average of $42.12.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

New Graduate Nurse salaries in Idaho compared to National Averages

$48.40/hour

Idaho

13% higher than the US average.

$42.12/hour

United States

How does the pay for New Graduate Nurses in Idaho compare to nearby states?

Only Colorado reports pay data for New Graduate Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $54. For comparison, the Idaho average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — Colorado pays 7% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Colorado$45$54
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Idaho?

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for New Graduate Nurses, averaging $40 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the Idaho average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$40$44

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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