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Geologist Salary in Bozeman, Montana

The median geologist salary in Bozeman, MT is $96,232 per year, which is 15.0% above the national median and 21.1% above the Montana state average.

City Median
$96,232
vs State Avg
+$16,736
vs National
+$12,552
Cost of Living
115%

Geologist Salary in Bozeman by Experience

In Bozeman, an entry-level geologist earns around $62,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $161,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 115% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,100
+$8,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,750
+$12,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$161,000
+$21,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bozeman, MT

Percentile Bozeman
10th Percentile $58,650
25th Percentile $72,450
Median (50th) $96,232
75th Percentile $128,800
90th Percentile $170,200

Geologist Salary in Other Montana Cities

Missoula, MT
$85,354
Pop. 75,516
Billings, MT
$80,333
Pop. 117,116
Helena, MT
$78,659
Pop. 32,315
Great Falls, MT
$73,638
Pop. 60,442

How to Become a Geologist in Bozeman

Education

Most geologist positions require a bachelor's degree. Bozeman and the surrounding Montana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Field GeologyGISRock AnalysisStratigraphyEnvironmental AssessmentTechnical Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, geologist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bozeman may vary based on local industry and population growth.