How much does a compensation make in Montana?
$75,290a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Montana. That is $36.20 an hour or $6,274 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.20
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,850Median: $75,290Highest 10%: $105,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,850 | $26.85 | |
| 25th | $59,150 | $28.44 | |
| Median | $75,290 | $36.20 | |
| 75th | $83,570 | $40.18 | |
| 90th | $105,200 | $50.55 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Billings, MT | $73,020 |
| Helena, MT | $61,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 20. Maine | $77,400 |
| 21. Vermont | $76,030 |
| 22. Ohio | $75,780 |
| 23. Montana | $75,290 |
| 24. Arizona | $74,930 |
| 25. Texas | $74,800 |
| 26. Missouri | $74,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $36.20 ($75,290 a year).
Do compensations make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $75,290 against $78,210 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Montana rank for compensation pay?
Montana ranks 23 of 50 states.
Which city in Montana pays compensations the most?
Billings, MT, with a median of $73,020 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.