Registered Nurses Salary in Montana
Median annual wage in Montana: $85,280 -12.6% vs national
Montana vs United States
| Montana | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $85,280 | $97,550 |
| Median hourly | $41.00 | $46.90 |
| Employment | 10,950 | 3,379,720 |
| Location quotient | 0.99 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Montana) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
A closer look
The median wage in Montana is 12.6% below the national median — a difference of about $12,270 per year for a typical worker.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $70,120, median pay is $85,280, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $113,920.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average registered nurses salary in Montana?
The median annual wage in Montana is $85,280 ($41.00 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Montana compare to the national average for registered nurses?
The Montana median of $85,280 is 12.6% lower than the U.S. median of $97,550.
How many registered nurses work in Montana?
Approximately 10,950 are employed in Montana, per BLS OES.