How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make in Montana?
$61,580a year
Median yearly pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators in Montana. That is $29.61 an hour or $5,132 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.61
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,130Median: $61,580Highest 10%: $79,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,130 | $23.14 | |
| 25th | $56,310 | $27.07 | |
| Median | $61,580 | $29.61 | |
| 75th | $72,130 | $34.68 | |
| 90th | $79,880 | $38.40 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $68,160 |
| Missoula, MT | $64,050 |
| Helena, MT | $62,570 |
| Great Falls, MT | $62,090 |
| Billings, MT | $61,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators.
| 21. New Hampshire | $62,200 |
| 22. North Dakota | $62,150 |
| 23. Idaho | $61,680 |
| 24. Montana | $61,580 |
| 25. Maryland | $61,410 |
| 26. Utah | $60,740 |
| 27. Arizona | $60,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $29.61 ($61,580 a year).
Do operating engineer and other construction equipment operators make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $61,580 against $59,850 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Montana rank for operating engineer and other construction equipment operator pay?
Montana ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays operating engineer and other construction equipment operators the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $68,160 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.