Materials Scientists Salary in Montana
Materials Scientists in Montana earn a median of $71,810 a year, −39% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $71,810
- vs. U.S. median
- −39% ($117,790)
- Rank among states
- 29 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range in Montana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,030; the top 10% earn over $129,960. Nationally the range is $66,820 to $197,290.
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Materials Scientists pay in Montana
How much do materials scientists make in Montana?
The median is $71,810 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,030 and the top 10% earn over $129,960. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Montana a good state for materials scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 29 of 30 (−39% vs. the national median of $117,790). Living costs are not included.