How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Montana?
$98,310a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Montana. That is $47.26 an hour or $8,193 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.26
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,760Median: $98,310Highest 10%: $108,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,760 | $36.42 | |
| 25th | $78,900 | $37.93 | |
| Median | $98,310 | $47.26 | |
| 75th | $103,200 | $49.62 | |
| 90th | $108,200 | $52.00 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Billings, MT | $103,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 9. Minnesota | $101,900 |
| 10. Kansas | $101,900 |
| 11. Wyoming | $100,400 |
| 12. Montana | $98,310 |
| 13. Tennessee | $96,730 |
| 14. Oklahoma | $95,140 |
| 15. Hawaii | $94,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $47.26 ($98,310 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $98,310 against $96,710 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Montana rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Montana ranks 12 of 42 states.
Which city in Montana pays petroleum pump system operators the most?
Billings, MT, with a median of $103,100 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.