Economists Salary in Helena, MT

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

Median annual salary $89,340 -22.6% vs national
Median hourly $42.95
10th percentile $71,160
90th percentile $139,860
Employed locally 30
National median $115,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,160
    25th
    $83,830
    50th (median)
    $89,340
    75th
    $104,950
    90th
    $139,860

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Economists salary vs area income 121% Median Economists salary is 21% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Economists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $168,850
    District of Columbia $162,610
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $157,980
    Virginia $148,010
    New York $142,300
    Maryland $137,610

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,510
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $78,770
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,350
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $76,680
    Conservation Scientists $63,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Economists make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Economists in Helena, MT is $42.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.24 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Economists salaries?

    The median Economists salary in Helena, MT is 22.6% below the national median of $115,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Economists in Helena?

    Entry-level Economists (10th percentile) earn around $71,160 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,830.