Data Scientists Salary in Missoula, MT

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

Median annual salary $90,850 -19.3% vs national
Median hourly $43.68
10th percentile $61,460
90th percentile $167,150
Employed locally 30
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,460
    25th
    $66,410
    50th (median)
    $90,850
    75th
    $135,580
    90th
    $167,150

    Missoula economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,888 2023 • Census ACS
    Data Scientists salary vs area income 128% Median Data Scientists salary is 28% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Missoula?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Missoula, MT is $43.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.36 or more per hour.

    Is Missoula above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Missoula, MT is 19.3% below the national median of $112,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Scientists in Missoula?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $61,460 per year in Missoula, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,410.