How much does an inspector make in Montana?
$58,070a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Montana. That is $27.92 an hour or $4,839 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.92
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,470Median: $58,070Highest 10%: $101,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,470 | $18.01 | |
| 25th | $47,080 | $22.63 | |
| Median | $58,070 | $27.92 | |
| 75th | $76,920 | $36.98 | |
| 90th | $101,300 | $48.68 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $62,200 |
| Helena, MT | $60,290 |
| Great Falls, MT | $59,900 |
| Billings, MT | $59,680 |
| Missoula, MT | $53,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 4. Hawaii | $59,740 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $59,730 |
| 6. Colorado | $58,350 |
| 7. Montana | $58,070 |
| 8. Wyoming | $57,900 |
| 9. Delaware | $57,190 |
| 10. Minnesota | $57,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $27.92 ($58,070 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $58,070 against $48,570 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Montana rank for inspector pay?
Montana ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays inspectors the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $62,200 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.