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Bartenders Salary in Montana
Ranked #48 of 51 · MT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bartenderss in Montana earn between $21,940 and $32,870. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean bartenders salary in Montana is $27,210, about 33.3% below the U.S. average ($40,790). That works out to roughly $13/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Montana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $27,250 | $27,680 | 650 |
| Bozeman, MT | $27,040 | $28,580 | 740 |
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $26,920 | $27,060 | 830 |
| Helena, MT | $26,210 | $27,080 | 390 |
| Missoula, MT | $25,990 | $27,040 | 630 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $25,660 | $26,870 | 940 |
| Great Falls, MT | $25,310 | $26,230 | 400 |
| Billings, MT | $23,550 | $26,770 | 780 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bartenders make in Montana?
The median bartenders salary in Montana is $26,010 per year (mean $27,210), and about 80% earn between $21,940 and $32,870.
How much do bartenders make per hour in Montana?
Roughly $13 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $27,210 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Montana a high-paying state for bartenders?
Montana ranks #48 of 51 states for bartenders pay. Its mean salary of $27,210 is about 33.3% below the U.S. average of $40,790.
Which metro areas in Montana pay bartenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Montana for bartenders are Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area ($27,250), Bozeman, MT ($27,040), East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area ($26,920), by median annual wage.