How much does a counselor make in Montana?
$39,260a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Montana. That is $18.88 an hour or $3,272 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.88
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,090Median: $39,260Highest 10%: $81,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,090 | $18.31 | |
| 25th | $39,260 | $18.88 | |
| Median | $39,260 | $18.88 | |
| 75th | $64,480 | $31.00 | |
| 90th | $81,530 | $39.20 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 40. Missouri | $43,680 |
| 41. Nebraska | $40,530 |
| 42. Kentucky | $40,230 |
| 43. Montana | $39,260 |
| 44. Michigan | $37,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $18.88 ($39,260 a year).
Do counselors make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $39,260 against $50,860 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Montana rank for counselor pay?
Montana ranks 43 of 44 states.
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.