How much does a security guard make in Montana?
$38,480a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Montana. That is $18.50 an hour or $3,207 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.50
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,800Median: $38,480Highest 10%: $57,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,800 | $13.85 | |
| 25th | $35,260 | $16.95 | |
| Median | $38,480 | $18.50 | |
| 75th | $46,300 | $22.26 | |
| 90th | $57,310 | $27.55 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Great Falls, MT | $41,950 |
| Bozeman, MT | $41,420 |
| Billings, MT | $38,040 |
| Helena, MT | $37,920 |
| Missoula, MT | $36,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 21. Wyoming | $39,200 |
| 22. Maine | $39,100 |
| 23. New Jersey | $38,880 |
| 24. Montana | $38,480 |
| 25. Idaho | $38,300 |
| 26. Arizona | $38,290 |
| 27. Maryland | $38,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $18.50 ($38,480 a year).
Do security guards make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $38,480 against $38,020 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Montana rank for security guard pay?
Montana ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays security guards the most?
Great Falls, MT, with a median of $41,950 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.