Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Montana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,900 | $67,290 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.84 | $32.35 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,205.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Montana is $57,900, or about $27.84 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Montana is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Montana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 890 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $57,900, Montana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.