Healthcare Montana (MT) Rank #28 of 50

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Montana

The median nurse practitioner salary in Montana is $113,097 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $121,610.

Median Salary

$113,097

vs National

$-8,513

State Rank

#28 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Montana by Experience

In Montana, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $83,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $144,150 per year. The cost of living index in Montana is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$83,700

$-6,300 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$113,460

$-8,540 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$144,150

$-10,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montana

Percentile	MT Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$81,003	$87,100	$-6,097
25th Percentile	$96,906	$104,200	$-7,294
Median (50th)	$113,097	$121,610	$-8,513
75th Percentile	$133,455	$143,500	$-10,045
90th Percentile	$156,426	$168,200	$-11,774

Nurse Practitioner Salary by City in Montana

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

Billings, MT

$114,313

Pop. 117,116 · COL 96%

Missoula, MT

$121,610

Pop. 75,516 · COL 102%

Great Falls, MT

$104,585

Pop. 60,442 · COL 88%

Bozeman, MT

$137,419

Pop. 53,293 · COL 115%

Helena, MT

$111,881

Pop. 32,315 · COL 94%

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Montana

Education

Most nurse practitioner positions require a master's degree. Montana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook in Montana

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Montana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.