Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,210 -2% vs national
Median hourly $16.45
10th percentile $28,650
90th percentile $41,380
Employed locally 760
National median $34,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,650
    25th
    $30,500
    50th (median)
    $34,210
    75th
    $36,400
    90th
    $41,380

    Top-paying metros for Home Health and Personal Care Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Grants Pass, OR $53,120
    Longview-Kelso, WA $47,100
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $46,690
    Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA $46,350
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $46,260
    Walla Walla, WA $46,140

    Related occupations in Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $37,910
    Psychiatric Aides $34,200
    Medical Assistants $45,220
    Dental Assistants $44,500
    Phlebotomists $39,370
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $46,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Home Health and Personal Care Aides make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Southwest Montana is $16.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.33 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Home Health and Personal Care Aides salaries?

    The median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary in Southwest Montana is 2% below the national median of $34,900. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Home Health and Personal Care Aides (10th percentile) earn around $28,650 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,500.