"How long does it take to become a graphic designer in Idaho?"

"Most paths into the graphic designer field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for graphic designers in Idaho?"

"In Idaho, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Idaho Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Graphic Designer in Idaho

Q: "How much do graphic designers earn in Idaho?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), graphic designers in Idaho earned a median annual wage of approximately $50,350. Employment concentration in Idaho is roughly 0.84 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for graphic designers in Idaho?"

"Idaho currently employs approximately 920 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2.1% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Idaho employs approximately 920 graphic designers according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $50,350 ¹. Nationally, graphic designer employment is projected to grow 2.1% from 2024 to 2034, with about 20,000 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a graphic designer in Idaho, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Graphic Designer in Idaho

How do I become a graphic designer in Idaho? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for graphic designers in Idaho.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do graphic designers earn in Idaho? The median annual wage for graphic designers in Idaho is $50,350 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $32,900 and experienced professionals can earn $82,140 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Idaho): $50,350 per year ¹

Graphic Designer Wages by Metro Area in Idaho

Graphic Designers Wages by Metro Area in Idaho

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), graphic designers wages in Idaho vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Boise City	440	$55,970	$58,310	$37,650	$87,220
Logan	100	$58,180	$61,340	$35,770	$94,150
Idaho Falls	90	$59,290	$59,310	$32,070	$93,950
Coeur d'Alene	80	$50,380	$56,740	$38,890	$82,140
Twin Falls	40	$47,270	$49,500	$31,710	$63,620

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Graphic designers in Idaho

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest graphic designer employment within Idaho according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Boise City	440	$55,970
Idaho Falls	90	$59,290
Coeur d’Alene	80	$50,380
Twin Falls	40	$47,270

Explore graphic designer programs in Idaho Falls, Coeur d’Alene, and Twin Falls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for graphic designers in Idaho? Idaho currently employs approximately 920 graphic designers ¹. Nationally, graphic designer employment is projected to grow 2.1% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Idaho? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Idaho.

How much do graphic designers earn in Idaho compared to the national average? The median annual wage for graphic designers in Idaho is $50,350, which is $10,950 below the national median of $61,300 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)