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Network Engineer Salary in Montana

The median network engineer salary in Montana is $83,720 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $92,000.

Median Salary
$83,720
vs National
$-8,280
State Rank
#31 of 50
Cost of Living
95%

Network Engineer Salary in Montana by Experience

In Montana, an entry-level network engineer earns around $54,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,580 per year. The cost of living index in Montana is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,600
$-5,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,540
$-8,460 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$125,580
$-12,420 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montana

Percentile MT Salary
10th Percentile $50,960
25th Percentile $67,340
Median (50th) $83,720
75th Percentile $107,380
90th Percentile $131,950

Network Engineer Salary by City in Montana

The largest employment areas for network engineers in Montana include Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Network Engineer in Montana

Education

Most network engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Montana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CiscoTCP/IPFirewallsVPNNetwork MonitoringCCNA/CCNP

Job Outlook in Montana

Nationally, network engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Montana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.