Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Montana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $87,360 | $118,932 | -27% |
| Median hourly wage | $42.00 | $57.18 | -27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $92,347.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Montana is $87,360, or about $42.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Montana is -27% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Montana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 790 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $87,360, Montana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.