Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,600 -21.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.66
10th percentile $42,750
90th percentile $98,330
Employed locally 70
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,750
    25th
    $48,060
    50th (median)
    $59,600
    75th
    $75,230
    90th
    $98,330

    Top-paying metros for Buyers and Purchasing Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Lexington Park, MD $105,810
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $103,560
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,140
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $99,200
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $99,200

    Related occupations in Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$62,900
    Accountants and Auditors$71,270
    Management Analysts$102,340
    Human Resources Specialists$61,420
    Project Management Specialists$78,520
    Compliance Officers$63,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Buyers and Purchasing Agents make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Southwest Montana is $28.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.16 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Buyers and Purchasing Agents salaries?

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in Southwest Montana is 21.2% below the national median of $75,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $42,750 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,060.