Transportation & Logistics Helena, MT Pop. 32,315

Operations Manager Salary in Helena, Montana

The median operations manager salary in Helena, MT is $97,431 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 1.1% below the Montana state average.

City Median
$97,431
vs State Avg
$-1,037
vs National
$-6,219
Cost of Living
94%

Operations Manager Salary in Helena by Experience

In Helena, an entry-level operations manager earns around $58,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $164,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 94% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,280
$-3,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$99,640
$-6,360 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$164,500
$-10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Helena, MT

Percentile Helena
10th Percentile $54,520
25th Percentile $71,440
Median (50th) $97,431
75th Percentile $131,600
90th Percentile $173,900

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How to Become a Operations Manager in Helena

Education

Most operations manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Helena and the surrounding Montana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Operations ManagementProcess ImprovementBudgetingLeadershipSix SigmaData Analysis

Job Outlook

Nationally, operations manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Helena may vary based on local industry and population growth.