Industrial Machinery Mechanics Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $78,970 +23.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.97
10th percentile $61,990
90th percentile $103,230
Employed locally 200
National median $63,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,990
    25th
    $67,020
    50th (median)
    $78,970
    75th
    $100,780
    90th
    $103,230

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Machinery Mechanics

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lewiston, ID-WA $93,770
    Fairbanks-College, AK $93,480
    Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area $91,990
    Parkersburg-Vienna, WV $91,430
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $90,600
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $89,420

    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
    Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines $76,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Machinery Mechanics make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in East-Central Montana is $37.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.93 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Industrial Machinery Mechanics salaries?

    The median Industrial Machinery Mechanics salary in East-Central Montana is 23.9% above the national median of $63,760. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Industrial Machinery Mechanics (10th percentile) earn around $61,990 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,020.