How much does a pump operator make in Montana?
$71,770a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Montana. That is $34.50 an hour or $5,981 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.50
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,110Median: $71,770Highest 10%: $113,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,110 | $22.17 | |
| 25th | $53,820 | $25.88 | |
| Median | $71,770 | $34.50 | |
| 75th | $87,530 | $42.08 | |
| 90th | $113,400 | $54.52 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 3. Alaska | $80,210 |
| 4. Wyoming | $77,820 |
| 5. Connecticut | $71,890 |
| 6. Montana | $71,770 |
| 7. Michigan | $69,540 |
| 8. Alabama | $66,890 |
| 9. Virginia | $66,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $34.50 ($71,770 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $71,770 against $61,770 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Montana rank for pump operator pay?
Montana ranks 6 of 37 states.
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.