How much does a motor vehicle operator make in Montana?
$41,860a year
Median yearly pay for motor vehicle operators in Montana. That is $20.13 an hour or $3,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.13
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,150Median: $41,860Highest 10%: $60,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,150 | $13.05 | |
| 25th | $32,290 | $15.52 | |
| Median | $41,860 | $20.13 | |
| 75th | $55,890 | $26.87 | |
| 90th | $60,200 | $28.94 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $53,750 |
| Billings, MT | $41,860 |
| Helena, MT | $36,410 |
| Missoula, MT | $36,190 |
| Great Falls, MT | $33,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motor vehicle operators.
| 16. California | $45,050 |
| 17. Illinois | $44,810 |
| 18. Rhode Island | $42,530 |
| 19. Montana | $41,860 |
| 20. Idaho | $41,190 |
| 21. Colorado | $39,190 |
| 22. New York | $38,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motor vehicle operator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $20.13 ($41,860 a year).
Do motor vehicle operators make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $41,860 against $37,180 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Montana rank for motor vehicle operator pay?
Montana ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays motor vehicle operators the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $53,750 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.