How much does a preschool teacher make in Montana?
$36,540a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Montana. That is $17.57 an hour or $3,045 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.57
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,370Median: $36,540Highest 10%: $49,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,370 | $13.64 | |
| 25th | $31,480 | $15.13 | |
| Median | $36,540 | $17.57 | |
| 75th | $44,950 | $21.61 | |
| 90th | $49,550 | $23.82 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $40,150 |
| Billings, MT | $37,090 |
| Missoula, MT | $36,040 |
| Helena, MT | $35,440 |
| Great Falls, MT | $35,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 27. Michigan | $37,110 |
| 28. Rhode Island | $36,830 |
| 29. Indiana | $36,650 |
| 30. Montana | $36,540 |
| 31. Delaware | $36,360 |
| 32. Arizona | $36,300 |
| 33. Mississippi | $36,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $17.57 ($36,540 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $36,540 against $38,140 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Montana rank for preschool teacher pay?
Montana ranks 30 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays preschool teachers the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $40,150 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.