Idaho Market Intelligence Report (2026)

Top Businesses to Start in Idaho (2026)

We analyzed 56K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

#1
FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Medical Laboratories

Growth: +90.0% • Saturation: 0.78 LQ
#2
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Custom Computer Programming Services

Growth: +83.3% • Saturation: 0.61 LQ
#3
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Beauty Salons

Growth: +77.8% • Saturation: 0.76 LQ
#4
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Office Administrative Services

Growth: +75.0% • Saturation: 0.64 LQ
#5
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Growth: +72.7% • Saturation: 0.51 LQ

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Boise City

#1 VOL

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

791K

Active Biz

29K

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Fastest Growth

Coeur d'Alene

178K Residents

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Idaho Falls

Population

162K

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Logan

Population

152K

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Twin Falls

Population

117K

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Pocatello

Population

88K

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Lewiston

Population

65K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Idaho?+

Currently, the Medical Laboratories sector is leading the state with a +90.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What does the data say about Idaho's economy?+

The state is home to 56K active establishments across 7 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.