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# Jobs in Pocatello, ID — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Idaho Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/idaho?utm_source=ai_markdown)
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**Open jobs:** 374
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 486
- Median salary: $48K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $31K – $80K
- Remote share: 3.9%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 486 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Pocatello, ID: Hospitals and Health Care (37% of all postings), followed by Retail and Staffing Agencies.
- Pay in Pocatello, ID runs 32% below the United States median ($48K vs $70K).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Pocatello, ID

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 180 | — |
| Retail | 56 | — |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 37 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Pocatello, ID

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 86 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Pocatello, ID

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Ardent Health Jobs & Careers — Hospital Network](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/ardent-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 119 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 8 employers filed 23 petitions.

## Top visa sponsors in Pocatello, ID

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho State University | 14 | — |
| Ardent Health Services | 2 | — |
| Virginia Transformer | 2 | — |
| The Metis Foundation | 1 | — |
| Point Loma Nazarene University | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Blackfoot, ID — Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/idaho/blackfoot?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 22.6 mi | 78 | — |
| [Jobs in Idaho Falls, ID — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/idaho/idaho-falls?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 46.1 mi | 769 | $62K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring in Pocatello, ID?

Healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, railroad operations, and government are Pocatello's primary hiring sectors. Idaho State University and Portneuf Medical Center together account for a large share of local employment.
### What is the average salary for jobs in Pocatello, Idaho?

Healthcare and university roles in Pocatello pay above the Bannock County median, while retail and entry-level positions track the Idaho statewide average. See the salary benchmarks on this page for current industry-level data.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Pocatello, ID?

Idaho State University, Portneuf Medical Center, Union Pacific Railroad, Pocatello School District, and the Idaho National Laboratory's Pocatello-area operations are among the largest employers. The top employers section shows current hiring activity.
### Are there remote jobs available in Pocatello, Idaho?

Remote roles exist in professional services, technology, and administrative fields. ISU-affiliated research and administrative positions occasionally include remote options. Filter by remote on this page to see current availability.
### How do I search for jobs near Pocatello, ID?

Blackfoot and American Falls are the nearest smaller communities. Idaho Falls is about 50 miles north and has the largest eastern Idaho job market. Visit the Idaho state page for a full comparison of southeastern Idaho cities.
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