Intro to Idaho Labor Laws
Get an overview of the Idaho labor laws small businesses should know when hiring, and updates on employment laws that could impact your business.
Minimum Wage
The minimum wage in Idaho is $7.25 per hour, which is the same as the federal minimum wage.
References: Idaho Minimum Wage Law
Minimum Exempt Salary Requirements
Idaho follows the federal minimum exempt requirement of $884 per week or $43,888 per year, for most exemptions from minimum wage & overtime.
References: Federal Minimum Exemption Threshold
Meal & Rest Laws
Idaho follows federal requirements and doesn’t have regulations requiring employers to provide meal and rest break periods.
Lactation Accommodation Laws
Idaho follows federal law and doesn’t have state-specific lactation accommodations laws or regulations.
Updates to Idaho Labor Laws
Keep up to date with important changes to state and local employment laws in Idaho.
Idaho implemented new legislation titled “Coronavirus Stop Act”, which mandates that employers in the state can no longer require vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, unless otherwise required by law. Employers with mandatory vaccination policies should review these policies and consult legal counsel as needed.
This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.
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