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Real Estate Agent Salary in Montana

The median real estate agent salary in Montana is $49,429 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $52,030.

Median Salary

$49,429

vs National

$-2,601

State Rank

#26 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Real Estate Agent Salary in Montana by Experience

In Montana, an entry-level real estate agent earns around $28,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,500 per year. The cost of living index in Montana is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$28,500

$-1,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,250

$-2,750 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$104,500

$-5,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montana

Percentile	MT Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$27,360	$28,800	$-1,440
25th Percentile	$33,630	$35,400	$-1,770
Median (50th)	$49,429	$52,030	$-2,601
75th Percentile	$72,390	$76,200	$-3,810
90th Percentile	$106,780	$112,400	$-5,620

Real Estate Agent Salary by City in Montana

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

Billings, MT

$49,949

Pop. 117,116 · COL 96%

Missoula, MT

$53,071

Pop. 75,516 · COL 102%

Great Falls, MT

$45,786

Pop. 60,442 · COL 88%

Bozeman, MT

$59,834

Pop. 53,293 · COL 115%

Helena, MT

$48,908

Pop. 32,315 · COL 94%

How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Montana

Education

Most real estate agent positions require a high school diploma. Montana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

NegotiationMarket AnalysisCustomer ServiceMLS SystemsMarketingContract Knowledge

Job Outlook in Montana

Nationally, real estate agent employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Montana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.