How much does a locomotive engineer make in Montana?
$90,220a year
Median yearly pay for locomotive engineers in Montana. That is $43.38 an hour or $7,518 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.38
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,460Median: $90,220Highest 10%: $127,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,460 | $38.68 | |
| 25th | $90,220 | $43.38 | |
| Median | $90,220 | $43.38 | |
| 75th | $90,370 | $43.45 | |
| 90th | $127,000 | $61.03 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for locomotive engineers.
| 7. Florida | $92,310 |
| 8. Oklahoma | $91,970 |
| 9. Virginia | $90,780 |
| 10. Montana | $90,220 |
| 11. Iowa | $89,970 |
| 12. Arizona | $89,840 |
| 13. Colorado | $89,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locomotive engineer make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $43.38 ($90,220 a year).
Do locomotive engineers make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $90,220 against $81,410 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Montana rank for locomotive engineer pay?
Montana ranks 10 of 35 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.