How much does a plant and system operator make in Montana?
$81,340a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Montana. That is $39.11 an hour or $6,778 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.11
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,670Median: $81,340Highest 10%: $89,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,670 | $29.17 | |
| 25th | $67,210 | $32.31 | |
| Median | $81,340 | $39.11 | |
| 75th | $83,660 | $40.22 | |
| 90th | $89,840 | $43.19 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Billings, MT | $83,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 2. Washington | $88,730 |
| 3. Minnesota | $88,290 |
| 4. Maryland | $81,890 |
| 5. Montana | $81,340 |
| 6. Nevada | $80,000 |
| 7. California | $78,020 |
| 8. Illinois | $77,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $39.11 ($81,340 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $81,340 against $62,470 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Montana rank for plant and system operator pay?
Montana ranks 5 of 44 states.
Which city in Montana pays plant and system operators the most?
Billings, MT, with a median of $83,530 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.