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
10th Percentile $81,003
25th Percentile $96,906
Median (50th) $113,097
75th Percentile $133,455
90th Percentile $156,426

Major Cities for Nurse Practitioners in Montana

The largest employment areas for nurse practitioners in Montana include Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Billings, MT
Metro area for nurse practitioner employment
Missoula, MT
Metro area for nurse practitioner employment
Great Falls, MT
Metro area for nurse practitioner employment
Bozeman, MT
Metro area for nurse practitioner employment
Helena, MT
Metro area for nurse practitioner employment

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.