Registered Nurse salary in Montana
Registered Nurses in Montana earn a median of $39.21 per hour, about $81,560 a year, 13% below the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $37.41 and $48.32 per hour. The highest median among Montana metro areas is in Helena, MT, at $42.13 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $39.21median pay per hour
- $81,560median pay per year
- 10,540registered nurses employed in Montana
- #33of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Montana: percentiles
| Level | Montana per hour | Montana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.56 | $67,720 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $37.41 | $77,810 | $37.79 |
| Median | $39.21 | $81,560 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $48.32 | $100,510 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $52.62 | $109,450 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Montana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Montana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena, MT | $42.13 | $87,630 | 870 | 7% above | $44.03 |
| Bozeman, MT | $41.35 | $86,000 | 980 | 5% above | $40.34 |
| Billings, MT | $41.15 | $85,580 | 2,520 | 5% above | $44.00 |
| Missoula, MT | $38.08 | $79,210 | 1,540 | 3% below | $39.48 |
| Great Falls, MT | $36.29 | $75,470 | 1,000 | 7% below | $37.47 |
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).
Registered Nurse pay in states next to Montana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Montana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $41.39 | $86,100 | 6% above Montana |
| North Dakota | $37.62 | $78,260 | 4% below Montana |
| South Dakota | $33.42 | $69,510 | 15% below Montana |
| Wyoming | $39.32 | $81,790 | in line with Montana |
What employers are posting in Montana
- 5roles with published pay
- $54.72median pay per hour
- $40–$71typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Health | 2 | $56.13 |
| Enhabit Home Health | 1 | $43.27 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $55.23 |
| Indian Health Service | 1 | $42.57 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 5 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 registered nurse make in Montana?
The median is $39.21 per hour, about $81,560 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $32.56 and the top 10% earn over $52.62 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Montana city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Montana metro areas, Helena, MT has the highest median at $42.13 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Montana rank for registered nurse pay?
Montana ranks 33rd of 50 states by median registered nurse 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 HealthWhitefish, MT · 2 postings$56.13/ hr$42–$73
- Dahl Memorial Healthcare, Inc.Ekalaka, MT · 1 wage offer$46.04/ hr$46–$46
- Avant Healthcare Professionals, LLC.Billings, MT · 1 wage offer$38.98/ hr$39–$39
- Avant Healthcare Professionals, LLC.Great Falls, MT · 1 wage offer$35.48/ hr$35–$35
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