What surgical technologists earn in Montana and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | $54,920 | $26.40 | 140 |
| Missoula, MT | $64,030 | $30.78 | 70 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $61,340 | $29.49 | 70 |
| Bozeman, MT | $65,600 | $31.54 | 50 |
| Helena, MT | $62,910 | $30.25 | 40 |
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $60,360 | $29.02 | 40 |
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $59,610 | $28.66 | 30 |
Surgical Technologists in Montana earned a median of $60,970 a year ($29.31 an hour) in May 2025, 6% less than the national median of $64,650. The middle half earned $49,170 to $70,580.
Among areas in Montana, pay was highest in Bozeman, MT at $65,600.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.