Average Cosmetologist Salary in Montana

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in Montana earns $36,800 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $17.69 per hour, $1,415 biweekly, or $3,067 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Montana is 2% below the national average, roughly in line with the national average.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$27,600	$13.27
Average (50th)	$36,800	$17.69
Experienced (75th)	$42,300	$20.35
Top Earners (90th)	$47,800	$22.98

Cosmetologist Salary by City in Montana

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Billings	$39,700	$3,308/mo
Missoula	$37,500	$3,125/mo
Great Falls	$36,100	$3,008/mo
Bozeman	$35,000	$2,917/mo
Helena	$34,200	$2,850/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-6.75% (7 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$10.30/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.98 (-2% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Montana

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in Montana include Billings Clinic, Benefis Health, Montana State University, Glacier Bancorp, and Costco. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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