Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $51,200 -1.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.62
10th percentile $31,950
90th percentile $80,560
Employed locally 170
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,950
    25th
    $40,240
    50th (median)
    $51,200
    75th
    $61,010
    90th
    $80,560

    Top-paying metros for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $77,060
    Vallejo, CA $76,040
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $75,500
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $70,320
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $70,070
    Albany, OR $68,650

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$46,600
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$47,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$77,460
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$103,350
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$47,840
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$78,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in East-Central Montana is $24.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.68 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salaries?

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in East-Central Montana is 1.7% below the national median of $52,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,950 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,240.