How much does workers' comp pay in Idaho?
- Idaho TTD pays 67% of average weekly wages, up to $1,021.50 per week for 2026 injuries ($965.70 for 2025).
- The ordinary minimum is $510.75 in 2026 ($482.85 in 2025) but is limited to 90% of your wages, never below $170.25 ($160.95).
- At $1,200 AWW the 2026 rate is $804.
- After 52 weeks a different statutory base applies.
Official-source review: . General guidance, not legal advice.
Calculate Idaho ordinary total-disability pay
Estimated weekly TTD
$804.00
Assumes full temporary disability and a correct AWW. Does not establish eligibility, apply waiting periods or offsets, or model partial disability.
Idaho permanent-award rules: what actually drives the payout
- Idaho permanent partial impairment (PPI) pays 55% of the state average weekly wage — $624.25 a week for 2026 injuries and $590.15 for 2025 — times the whole-person impairment rating times 500 weeks.
- A 10% rating is 50 weeks: $31,212.50 for a 2026 injury.
- Permanent disability above impairment can be awarded separately when nonmedical factors reduce earning capacity.
Medical impairment, legal disability and loss of earning capacity are different measurements. Use the established award category and applicable rate before doing dollar arithmetic. Do not borrow a rating from Social Security, the VA or another state.
How to evaluate an Idaho settlement
- Idaho lump-sum settlements must be filed.
- Represented competent adults generally may settle without Industrial Commission approval, but approval is required if a party is unrepresented, a minor or incompetent.
- Future medical can be closed or expressly left open.
- Check the wage worksheet, award classification, rating evidence and unpaid benefits.
- Identify exactly which medical conditions, future treatment and wage-loss rights are released.
- Separate gross value from prior payments, approved fees, liens and other adjustments.
- Review Medicare and Social Security coordination when relevant; a medical allocation is not an automatic settlement multiplier.
Idaho workers' compensation rates by injury date
Dated rate history from official Idaho sources, reviewed . Looking for employer premiums? See workers' comp insurance cost by state.
| Injury period | Weekly maximum | Minimum basis |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 – December 31, 2026 | $1,021.50 | $510.75; no more than actual wages |
| January 1 – December 31, 2025 | $965.70 | $482.85; no more than actual wages |
Idaho's ordinary minimum is limited to 90% of the worker's wages but never falls below $170.25 (2026) or $160.95 (2025). The figures apply during the first 52 weeks; later weeks use a statutory state-average base.
Reporting, filing and official sources
- Notify the employer as soon as practicable and no later than 60 days after the accident.
- File a claim within one year of the accident, subject to exceptions when compensation was paid.
- Hearing-application limits depend on whether and when benefits were paid.
Idaho benefit questions
How much does workers' comp pay in Idaho?+
Idaho TTD pays 67% of average weekly wages, up to $1,021.50 per week for 2026 injuries ($965.70 for 2025). The ordinary minimum is $510.75 in 2026 ($482.85 in 2025) but is limited to 90% of your wages, never below $170.25 ($160.95). At $1,200 AWW the 2026 rate is $804. After 52 weeks a different statutory base applies.
How do permanent disability benefits work in Idaho?+
Idaho permanent partial impairment (PPI) pays 55% of the state average weekly wage — $624.25 a week for 2026 injuries and $590.15 for 2025 — times the whole-person impairment rating times 500 weeks. A 10% rating is 50 weeks: $31,212.50 for a 2026 injury. Permanent disability above impairment can be awarded separately when nonmedical factors reduce earning capacity.
Can an Idaho settlement close future medical care?+
Idaho lump-sum settlements must be filed. Represented competent adults generally may settle without Industrial Commission approval, but approval is required if a party is unrepresented, a minor or incompetent. Future medical can be closed or expressly left open.
What are the reporting and filing deadlines in Idaho?+
Notify the employer as soon as practicable and no later than 60 days after the accident. File a claim within one year of the accident, subject to exceptions when compensation was paid. Hearing-application limits depend on whether and when benefits were paid.
Does my Idaho PPI rate depend on my wages?+
No. Idaho impairment uses a fixed rate based on the state average weekly wage for the injury year, so two workers with the same rating and injury year receive the same PPI amount.
What is the difference between impairment and disability in Idaho?+
Impairment is the medical rating. Permanent disability is a broader assessment of reduced ability to work considering age, education and the labor market. A disability rating above impairment can increase the award.
Does an Idaho settlement need Commission approval?+
Not always. Under current law, settlements between represented competent adults generally do not need approval, though either party may request review. Unrepresented workers' settlements require Commission review.
Does surgery guarantee a larger Idaho settlement?+
No. Surgery can change treatment costs, restrictions and medical evidence, but there is no automatic surgery multiplier. Permanent disability must be established under the applicable rules. Compare the benefits released and future care needs, not just the procedure name.
Are Idaho workers' comp benefits taxable?+
Benefits paid under a workers' compensation law for an occupational injury or illness are generally excluded from federal income tax. Returned-to-work wages, retirement payments and Social Security offsets can have different tax treatment. Review IRS Publication 525 and seek tax advice for the agreement's allocations.
Can I receive pain and suffering through Idaho workers' comp?+
Workers' compensation generally does not award pain and suffering. A separate claim against a responsible third party may allow different damages, but employer immunity and reimbursement rights need separate legal review.
When should I compare an Idaho settlement offer?+
Compare an offer after understanding the wage calculation, medical condition, permanent-award category, unpaid benefits and rights released. There is no guaranteed settlement timeline. A bigger lump sum may be worse if it transfers expensive future treatment to you.
Where can I verify my Idaho benefit rate?+
Use the official agency resources linked on this page and the written rate calculation in your claim. Injury date, benefit category, wage records and applicable limits matter. An entered rate is not independently verified by this calculator.
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.