How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Montana?
$47,590a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Montana. That is $22.88 an hour or $3,966 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.88
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,570Median: $47,590Highest 10%: $81,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,570 | $18.54 | |
| 25th | $44,840 | $21.56 | |
| Median | $47,590 | $22.88 | |
| 75th | $62,670 | $30.13 | |
| 90th | $81,070 | $38.98 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Missoula, MT | $47,410 |
| Great Falls, MT | $46,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 47. South Dakota | $49,410 |
| 48. Mississippi | $48,880 |
| 49. Oklahoma | $47,860 |
| 50. Montana | $47,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $22.88 ($47,590 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $47,590 against $62,680 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Montana rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Montana ranks 50 of 50 states.
Which city in Montana pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Missoula, MT, with a median of $47,410 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.