How much does an economist make in Montana?
$89,340a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Montana. That is $42.95 an hour or $7,445 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.95
- Vs. national median
- -28%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,850Median: $89,340Highest 10%: $116,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,850 | $33.58 | |
| 25th | $73,920 | $35.54 | |
| Median | $89,340 | $42.95 | |
| 75th | $105,100 | $50.50 | |
| 90th | $116,200 | $55.87 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Helena, MT | $89,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 29. Maine | $91,480 |
| 30. Nevada | $91,340 |
| 31. Oklahoma | $89,980 |
| 32. Montana | $89,340 |
| 33. New Hampshire | $86,130 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $84,000 |
| 35. Hawaii | $83,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $42.95 ($89,340 a year).
Do economists make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $89,340 against $124,700 nationally, 28% less.
Where does Montana rank for economist pay?
Montana ranks 32 of 40 states.
Which city in Montana pays economists the most?
Helena, MT, with a median of $89,340 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.