Healthcare Montana (MT) Rank #28 of 50

Registered Nurse Salary in Montana

The median registered nurse salary in Montana is $75,535 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $81,220.

Median Salary

$75,535

vs National

$-5,685

State Rank

#28 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Registered Nurse Salary in Montana by Experience

In Montana, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $53,940, while experienced professionals earn up to $106,950 per year. The cost of living index in Montana is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,940

$-4,060 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$76,260

$-5,740 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$106,950

$-8,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montana

Percentile	MT Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,382	$57,400	$-4,018
25th Percentile	$62,124	$66,800	$-4,676
Median (50th)	$75,535	$81,220	$-5,685
75th Percentile	$94,023	$101,100	$-7,077
90th Percentile	$112,344	$120,800	$-8,456

Registered Nurse Salary by City in Montana

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

Billings, MT

$76,347

Pop. 117,116 · COL 96%

Missoula, MT

$81,220

Pop. 75,516 · COL 102%

Great Falls, MT

$69,849

Pop. 60,442 · COL 88%

Bozeman, MT

$91,779

Pop. 53,293 · COL 115%

Helena, MT

$74,722

Pop. 32,315 · COL 94%

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Montana

Education

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

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook in Montana

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Montana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.