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Registered Nurses Salary in Montana
Ranked #30 of 51 · MT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Montana earn between $70,120 and $113,920. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Montana is $91,510, about 9.8% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $44/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Montana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | $99,310 | $98,730 | 1,070 |
| Helena, MT | $98,690 | $99,570 | 990 |
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $86,470 | $90,760 | 770 |
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $83,960 | $89,010 | 1,260 |
| Billings, MT | $82,300 | $91,070 | 2,550 |
| Missoula, MT | $82,160 | $89,780 | 1,570 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $81,800 | $90,930 | 1,690 |
| Great Falls, MT | $78,290 | $82,670 | 880 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Montana?
The median registered nurses salary in Montana is $85,280 per year (mean $91,510), and about 80% earn between $70,120 and $113,920.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Montana?
Roughly $44 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $91,510 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Montana a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Montana ranks #30 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $91,510 is about 9.8% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Montana pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Montana for registered nurses are Bozeman, MT ($99,310), Helena, MT ($98,690), Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area ($86,470), by median annual wage.