Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Montana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,390 | $132,782 | -25% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.78 | $63.84 | -25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $105,063.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in Montana is $99,390, or about $47.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. Montana is -25% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in Montana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 510 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $99,390, Montana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.