How much does a materials scientist make in Montana?
$71,810a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Montana. That is $34.52 an hour or $5,984 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.52
- Vs. national median
- -39%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,030Median: $71,810Highest 10%: $130,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,030 | $26.46 | |
| 25th | $55,810 | $26.83 | |
| Median | $71,810 | $34.52 | |
| 75th | $79,450 | $38.20 | |
| 90th | $130,000 | $62.48 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 26. Georgia | $91,970 |
| 27. Iowa | $88,320 |
| 28. Texas | $72,700 |
| 29. Montana | $71,810 |
| 30. Tennessee | $69,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $34.52 ($71,810 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $71,810 against $117,800 nationally, 39% less.
Where does Montana rank for materials scientist pay?
Montana ranks 29 of 30 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.