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Medical Assistants Salary in Montana
Ranked #20 of 51 · MT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Montana earn between $38,670 and $56,770. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean medical assistants salary in Montana is $46,570, about 1% above the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Montana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $48,360 | $47,180 | 610 |
| Bozeman, MT | $46,980 | $48,540 | 340 |
| Great Falls, MT | $46,840 | $45,820 | 210 |
| Missoula, MT | $46,520 | $47,610 | 400 |
| Billings, MT | $46,500 | $45,420 | 400 |
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $46,470 | $45,020 | 140 |
| Helena, MT | $45,760 | $45,860 | 160 |
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $43,420 | $44,060 | 190 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Montana?
The median medical assistants salary in Montana is $46,820 per year (mean $46,570), and about 80% earn between $38,670 and $56,770.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Montana?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $46,570 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Montana a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Montana ranks #20 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $46,570 is about 1% above the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Montana pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Montana for medical assistants are West Montana nonmetropolitan area ($48,360), Bozeman, MT ($46,980), Great Falls, MT ($46,840), by median annual wage.