Electricians pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for electricians is $36.90 an hour ($76,760 a year). About 2,750 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($63,190). Montana ranks 12th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electricians in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.62 | $49,130 |
| 25% of workers | $29.04 | $60,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.90 | $76,760 |
| 75% of workers | $39.14 | $81,420 |
| 90% of workers | $43.03 | $89,510 |
Electricians pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Billings | $80,980 | 510 |
| Missoula | $79,250 | 280 |
| Helena | $78,760 | 240 |
| Bozeman | $78,230 | 440 |
| Great Falls | $76,960 | 170 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electricians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 72,700 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $79,960 |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $110,320 |
| Construction Laborers | $49,830 |
| Carpenters | $58,820 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $61,580 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $58,290 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $61,620 |
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