Registered Nurse salary in Montana
The median registered nurse in Montana earns $39.21 an hour, or $81,560 a year. That’s $5.79 below the national median, ranking #34 of 51.
- Median hourly$39.21
- Median yearly$81,560
- Bottom 10% earn under$32.56/hr
- Top 10% earn over$52.62/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$42.54
- RNs employed10,540
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Montana, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Montana
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $28.72/hr | $59,750/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $18.89/hr | $39,300/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $64.25/hr | $133,640/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open RN jobs in Montana
- New Graduate Nurse Residency Winter CohortIntermountain HealthMiles City, MT$34.62–$52.51/hrRNFull-timeStudents / new grads
- Registered Nurse (PACT)Veterans Health AdministrationMontana$83k–$151k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 16, 2026
- Registered Nurse Observation unitIntermountain HealthBillings, MT$38.37–$57.29/hrRNFull-timeNights
- Associate Chief Nurse Patient Care Aligned Teams (PACT), Connected Care and Primary CareVeterans Health AdministrationFort Harrison, MT$157k–$208k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 16, 2026
- NurseForest ServiceMultiple locations (6)$75k–$97k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 6, 2026
- Nurse (Specialty Departments)Indian Health ServiceMultiple locations (21)$84k–$128k/yrRNFlexible / otherSign-on bonusCloses Dec 31, 2026