Gas Plant Operators Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $77,630 -6.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.32
10th percentile $63,180
90th percentile $97,750
National median $83,400

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,180
    25th
    $70,900
    50th (median)
    $77,630
    75th
    $95,680
    90th
    $97,750

    Top-paying metros for Gas Plant Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $126,640
    California $124,980
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $124,100
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $118,640
    Baton Rouge, LA $113,570
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $107,810

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators $58,390
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $56,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $67,820
    Butchers and Meat Cutters $37,230
    Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers $34,690
    Bakers $31,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Gas Plant Operators make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Gas Plant Operators in East-Central Montana is $37.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.99 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Gas Plant Operators salaries?

    The median Gas Plant Operators salary in East-Central Montana is 6.9% below the national median of $83,400. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Gas Plant Operators in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Gas Plant Operators (10th percentile) earn around $63,180 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,900.