Network and Computer Systems Administrators Salary in Montana

$42,219 $137,012
10th pct Median: $79,658 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$42,219
25th Percentile$57,354
50th (Median)$79,658
75th Percentile$109,928
90th (Top Earners)$137,012
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Montana median salary of $79,658 for Network and Computer Systems Administrators has the purchasing power of approximately $73,418 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 Network and Computer Systems Administrators make in Montana?
Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Montana earn a median annual salary of $79,658 per year ($38.30/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $90,520.
Is Montana a good state for Network and Computer Systems Administrators?
Montana pays slightly below the national average for network and computer systems administrators. Cost of living in Montana is higher average (COL index: 108.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Montana?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 108.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $79,658 salary in Montana has the purchasing power of approximately $73,418 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Montana reduce real purchasing power.
How does Montana compare to neighboring states for Network and Computer Systems Administrators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Network and Computer Systems Administrators 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 Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Montana

Network and Computer Systems Administrators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the technology sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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