Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Montana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $47,590 | $66,997 | -29% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.88 | $32.21 | -29% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $50,307.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Montana is $47,590, or about $22.88 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Montana is -29% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Montana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 400 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $47,590, Montana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.