LPN salary in Montana
LPNs in Montana earn a median $62,210 a year, 3% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #35 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $49,999.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $62,210 | $5,184 | $2,393 | $29.91 |
| Average pay | $62,350 | $5,196 | $2,398 | $29.98 |
| Take-home (median) | $49,999 | $4,167 | $1,923 | $24.04 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,285 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,759 |
| Montana income tax | $2,167 |
| Take-home | $49,999 |
Montana's prices are 5% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $52,827 buys in an average-priced state. The Montana minimum wage is $10.85; the median LPN earns 2.8 times that.
LPN pay in Montana vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | $62,210 | $49,999 | $52,827 |
| Idaho | $63,800 | $51,170 | $53,585 |
| North Dakota | $62,300 | $52,238 | $58,721 |
| South Dakota | $52,750 | $44,565 | $50,307 |
| Wyoming | $63,460 | $53,170 | $57,363 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Montana?
- The median salary is $62,210 a year ($29.91 an hour), and the average is $62,350, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Montana?
- About $49,999 a year after federal and Montana taxes, or $1,923 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Montana than the national average?
- Montana ranks #35 of 51 for median pay, 3% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #38.