Epidemiologists Salary in Helena, MT

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

Median annual salary $80,350 -4.3% vs national
Median hourly $38.63
10th percentile $79,230
90th percentile $80,350
Employed locally 30
National median $83,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $79,230
    25th
    $80,350
    50th (median)
    $80,350
    75th
    $80,350
    90th
    $80,350

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Epidemiologists salary vs area income 109% Median Epidemiologists salary is 9% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Epidemiologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $139,670
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $130,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,390
    New Jersey $110,240
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $106,660
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $105,670

    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 Epidemiologists make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Epidemiologists in Helena, MT is $38.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.53 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Epidemiologists salaries?

    The median Epidemiologists salary in Helena, MT is 4.3% below the national median of $83,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Epidemiologists (10th percentile) earn around $79,230 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,350.