Mechanical Engineers pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for mechanical engineers is $45.28 an hour ($94,190 a year). About 500 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). Montana ranks 45th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for mechanical engineers in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.65 | $65,820 |
| 25% of workers | $38.09 | $79,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.28 | $94,190 |
| 75% of workers | $57.61 | $119,820 |
| 90% of workers | $64.07 | $133,270 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Billings | $107,930 | 120 |
| Missoula | $89,730 | 80 |
| Bozeman | $87,840 | 110 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for mechanical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $93,070 |
| Electrical Engineers | $87,360 |
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