Earth Drillers Salary in Montana
Earth Drillers in Montana earn a median of $71,470 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $71,470
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range in Montana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,110; the top 10% earn over $104,280. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Montana
How much do earth drillers make in Montana?
The median is $71,470 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,110 and the top 10% earn over $104,280. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Montana a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 48 (+19% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.