Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Montana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $80,950 | $98,482 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.92 | $47.35 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $85,571.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in Montana is $80,950, or about $38.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. Montana is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in Montana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 850 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $80,950, Montana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.