Childcare Workers pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for childcare workers is $16.89 an hour ($35,120 a year). About 2,190 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($34,980). Montana ranks 20th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for childcare workers in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.35 | $27,770 |
| 25% of workers | $13.95 | $29,020 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.89 | $35,120 |
| 75% of workers | $17.46 | $36,310 |
| 90% of workers | $18.63 | $38,750 |
Childcare Workers pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bozeman | $36,460 | 280 |
| Billings | $35,740 | 440 |
| Missoula | $35,510 | 330 |
| Helena | $35,500 | 150 |
| Great Falls | $31,320 | 240 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for childcare workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (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: -2% over ten years, declining · about 150,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $36,540 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $43,940 |
| Recreation Workers | $35,090 |
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