Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,760 +15.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.96
10th percentile $38,610
90th percentile $80,910
Employed locally 60
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,610
    25th
    $40,210
    50th (median)
    $47,760
    75th
    $80,910
    90th
    $80,910

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$58,510
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,820
    Bus Drivers, School$43,540
    Light Truck Drivers$45,260
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$37,490
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$61,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in East-Central Montana is $22.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.89 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in East-Central Montana is 15.8% above the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $38,610 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,210.