How much does an earth driller make in Montana?
$71,470a year
Median yearly pay for earth drillers in Montana. That is $34.36 an hour or $5,956 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.36
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,110Median: $71,470Highest 10%: $104,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,110 | $28.90 | |
| 25th | $60,760 | $29.21 | |
| Median | $71,470 | $34.36 | |
| 75th | $77,210 | $37.12 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.13 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Billings, MT | $78,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for earth drillers.
| 2. Alaska | $80,040 |
| 3. Illinois | $79,080 |
| 4. New Jersey | $77,950 |
| 5. Montana | $71,470 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $68,320 |
| 7. California | $66,910 |
| 8. New Hampshire | $66,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an earth driller make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $34.36 ($71,470 a year).
Do earth drillers make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $71,470 against $60,190 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Montana rank for earth driller pay?
Montana ranks 5 of 48 states.
Which city in Montana pays earth drillers the most?
Billings, MT, with a median of $78,410 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.