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Machinists average salary by city in Montana
- Billings$71,040
- Bozeman$65,540
- Great Falls$62,390
- Missoula$58,610
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | $71,040 | $64,420 | $55,390 | $56,154 | 94 |
| Bozeman | $65,540 | $66,500 | $58,430 | $52,499 | 103 |
| Great Falls | $62,390 | $59,340 | $50,700 | $50,135 | 97 |
| Missoula | $58,610 | $60,060 | $48,190 | $47,275 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 51-4041.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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