How much does a bartender make in Montana?
$26,010a year
Median yearly pay for bartenders in Montana. That is $12.50 an hour or $2,168 a month.
- Hourly
- $12.50
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $21,940Median: $26,010Highest 10%: $32,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $21,940 | $10.55 | |
| 25th | $22,310 | $10.73 | |
| Median | $26,010 | $12.50 | |
| 75th | $28,770 | $13.83 | |
| 90th | $32,870 | $15.80 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $27,040 |
| Helena, MT | $26,210 |
| Missoula, MT | $25,990 |
| Great Falls, MT | $25,310 |
| Billings, MT | $23,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bartenders.
| 38. Nevada | $27,460 |
| 39. Idaho | $27,240 |
| 40. Minnesota | $26,900 |
| 41. Montana | $26,010 |
| 42. Arkansas | $25,090 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $24,790 |
| 44. Wisconsin | $23,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bartender make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $12.50 ($26,010 a year).
Do bartenders make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $26,010 against $34,340 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Montana rank for bartender pay?
Montana ranks 41 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays bartenders the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $27,040 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.