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Idaho projecting job growth well above national average

by DAVID BERNAUER
Staff Writer | October 10, 2026 1:07 AM

Looking for work? Head to Idaho.

The state is projecting a 1.3% growth in employment, more than four times the national forecast, according to a statement from Gov. Brad Little’s office. Of those jobs, the healthcare and construction industries are expected to grow the most at 2.4% and 1.9% respectively.

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