Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Montana

$30,027 $97,445
10th pct Median: $56,654 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,027
25th Percentile$40,791
50th (Median)$56,654
75th Percentile$78,183
90th (Top Earners)$97,445
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Montana median salary of $56,654 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $52,216 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Montana's higher cost of living (COL index: 108.5) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Montana?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Montana earn a median annual salary of $56,654 per year ($27.24/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $64,380.
Is Montana a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Montana pays slightly below the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education. Cost of living in Montana is higher average (COL index: 108.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Montana?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 108.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $56,654 salary in Montana has the purchasing power of approximately $52,216 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Montana reduce real purchasing power.
How does Montana compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Montana

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $292,336
2 Radiologists $272,730
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $269,474
4 Neurologists $260,128
5 Surgeons, All Other $259,178
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $239,254
7 Psychiatrists $219,822
8 Physicians, Pathologists $214,650
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Montana

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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