Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for automotive service technicians and mechanics is $28.24 an hour ($58,740 a year). About 2,900 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($50,620). Montana ranks 9th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for automotive service technicians and mechanics in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.35 | $38,170 |
| 25% of workers | $22.71 | $47,230 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.24 | $58,740 |
| 75% of workers | $34.75 | $72,270 |
| 90% of workers | $37.72 | $78,460 |
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bozeman | $61,320 | 330 |
| Billings | $60,150 | 650 |
| Missoula | $59,650 | 350 |
| Great Falls | $59,110 | 210 |
| Helena | $57,820 | 220 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for automotive service technicians and mechanics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 66,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $59,990 |
| Automotive Body and Related Repairers | $57,500 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $72,560 |
| Tire Repairers and Changers | $46,360 |
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