How much does a childcare worker make in Montana?
$35,120a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in Montana. That is $16.88 an hour or $2,927 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.88
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,770Median: $35,120Highest 10%: $38,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,770 | $13.35 | |
| 25th | $29,020 | $13.95 | |
| Median | $35,120 | $16.88 | |
| 75th | $36,310 | $17.46 | |
| 90th | $38,750 | $18.63 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $36,460 |
| Billings, MT | $35,740 |
| Missoula, MT | $35,510 |
| Helena, MT | $35,500 |
| Great Falls, MT | $31,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childcare workers.
| 17. New Mexico | $35,840 |
| 18. Illinois | $35,830 |
| 19. Minnesota | $35,520 |
| 20. Montana | $35,120 |
| 21. Arizona | $35,100 |
| 22. Virginia | $34,330 |
| 23. Florida | $34,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $16.88 ($35,120 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $35,120 against $34,980 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Montana rank for childcare worker pay?
Montana ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays childcare workers the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $36,460 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.