Nurse Manager & Leadership salary in Montana
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in Montana earn a median of $50.28 per hour, about $104,590 a year, 11% below the U.S. median of $56.71. The middle half earn between $44.60 and $64.14 per hour. The highest median among Montana metro areas is in Helena, MT, at $55.03 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $50.28median pay per hour
- $104,590median pay per year
- 1,830employed in Montana
- #36of 50 states by median pay
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Montana: percentiles
| Level | Montana per hour | Montana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.41 | $73,650 | $33.50 |
| Lower quartile | $44.60 | $92,770 | $42.58 |
| Median | $50.28 | $104,590 | $56.71 |
| Upper quartile | $64.14 | $133,410 | $78.09 |
| Top 10% | $82.67 | $171,950 | $105.33 |
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay by metro area in Montana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Montana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena, MT | $55.03 | $114,450 | 190 | 9% above | $57.52 |
| Bozeman, MT | $52.69 | $109,600 | 170 | 5% above | $51.40 |
| Billings, MT | $51.27 | $106,640 | 330 | 2% above | $54.82 |
| Missoula, MT | $48.49 | $100,870 | 210 | 4% below | $50.28 |
| Great Falls, MT | $47.67 | $99,150 | 200 | 5% below | $49.22 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in states next to Montana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Montana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $56.16 | $116,810 | 12% above Montana |
| North Dakota | $48.62 | $101,120 | 3% below Montana |
| South Dakota | $55.87 | $116,210 | 11% above Montana |
| Wyoming | $50.59 | $105,230 | 1% above Montana |
What employers are posting in Montana
- 3roles with published pay
- $68.34median pay per hour
- $58–$88typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Health | 2 | $67.30 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $87.71 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a nurse manager & leadership make in Montana?
The median is $50.28 per hour, about $104,590 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.41 and the top 10% earn over $82.67 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Montana city pays nurse manager & leaderships the most?
Among Montana metro areas, Helena, MT has the highest median at $55.03 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Montana rank for nurse manager & leadership pay?
Montana ranks 36th of 50 states by median nurse manager & leadership pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Logan HealthKalispell, MT · 2 postings$67.30/ hr$56–$77
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$121.16/ hr$90–$148
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 6 postings$93.11/ hr$78–$157
- Veterans Health AdministrationLong Beach, CA · 3 postings$80.49/ hr$48–$110
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