Nurse Practitioner salary in Montana
Nurse practitioners in Montana earn a median $137,210 a year, 4% above the national median of $132,300. That ranks #12 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $98,658.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1171. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $137,210 | $11,434 | $5,277 | $65.97 |
| Average pay | $135,290 | $11,274 | $5,203 | $65.04 |
| Take-home (median) | $98,658 | $8,221 | $3,795 | $47.43 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $21,664 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $10,497 |
| Montana income tax | $6,391 |
| Take-home | $98,658 |
Montana's prices are 5% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $104,240 buys in an average-priced state. The Montana minimum wage is $10.85; the median nurse practitioner earns 6.1 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in Montana vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | $137,210 | $98,658 | $104,240 |
| Idaho | $132,540 | $95,941 | $100,468 |
| North Dakota | $130,070 | $98,892 | $111,165 |
| South Dakota | $128,840 | $99,328 | $112,126 |
| Wyoming | $132,200 | $101,625 | $109,638 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in Montana?
- The median salary is $137,210 a year ($65.97 an hour), and the average is $135,290, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in Montana?
- About $98,658 a year after federal and Montana taxes, or $3,795 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in Montana than the national average?
- Montana ranks #12 of 51 for median pay, 4% above the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #17.