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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Montana
Ranked #20 of 51 · MT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nurse practitionerss in Montana earn between $105,110 and $166,940. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nurse practitioners salary in Montana is $135,290, about 1.5% below the U.S. average ($137,300). That works out to roughly $65/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Montana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $143,450 | $141,760 | 140 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $140,250 | $136,400 | 340 |
| Bozeman, MT | $139,990 | $140,160 | 100 |
| Billings, MT | $139,050 | $131,490 | 160 |
| Helena, MT | $136,420 | $140,690 | 110 |
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $136,310 | $134,410 | 110 |
| Missoula, MT | $131,650 | $131,070 | 140 |
| Great Falls, MT | $130,330 | $130,040 | 150 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Montana?
The median nurse practitioners salary in Montana is $137,210 per year (mean $135,290), and about 80% earn between $105,110 and $166,940.
How much do nurse practitioners make per hour in Montana?
Roughly $65 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $135,290 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Montana a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Montana ranks #20 of 51 states for nurse practitioners pay. Its mean salary of $135,290 is about 1.5% below the U.S. average of $137,300.
Which metro areas in Montana pay nurse practitioners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Montana for nurse practitioners are East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area ($143,450), West Montana nonmetropolitan area ($140,250), Bozeman, MT ($139,990), by median annual wage.