Computer Programmers Salary in Bozeman, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bozeman, MT

Median annual salary $129,040 +30.8% vs national
Median hourly $62.04
10th percentile $128,630
90th percentile $129,040
Employed locally 260
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $128,630
    25th
    $129,040
    50th (median)
    $129,040
    75th
    $129,040
    90th
    $129,040

    Bozeman economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,454 2023 • Census ACS
    Computer Programmers salary vs area income 148% Median Computer Programmers salary is 48% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Computer Programmers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $167,970
    Boulder, CO $162,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $159,250
    Washington $158,820
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $136,880
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $133,560

    Nearby metros — Computer Programmers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Billings, MT $97,620
    Binghamton, NY $89,380
    Missoula, MT $84,960

    Related occupations in Bozeman, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers$107,590
    Computer User Support Specialists$57,740
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators$80,420
    Computer Network Support Specialists$62,100
    Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers$105,850
    Computer Occupations, All Other$75,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Bozeman?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Bozeman, MT is $62.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.04 or more per hour.

    Is Bozeman above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Bozeman, MT is 30.8% above the national median of $98,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Programmers in Bozeman?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $128,630 per year in Bozeman, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $129,040.