September 2026 Idaho economy and labor force

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A monthly update of how the labor market is doing in your area and around the state

Idaho population growth of children has created higher demand for education occupations

With students around Idaho returning to school, thousands of workers in the education sector are also returning to work. This includes not only teachers, but also non-teaching staff, including bus drivers, guidance counselors and administrators. In recent years student enrollment has increased in Idaho public primary schools, driving higher demand for these occupations.

Idaho's domestic electricity generation supports high-paying jobs

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Labor economist webinar: Self-employment in Idaho

Around Idaho: Economic activity: August 2026

Idaho's July unemployment rate decreases to 3.6%

Idaho Economic Report: July data

August Consumer Price Index increases slightly since July

As technology advances, the demand for energy continues to grow — especially with data centers and semiconductor fabrication facilities continuing to be built across the country. For Idaho, this is no different. Over the past two decades, Idaho has met its growing energy demand by expanding domestic generation and diversifying its power sources, resulting in an increase in high paying job opportunities.

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