Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $45,780 -1.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.01
10th percentile $34,530
90th percentile $53,710
Employed locally 40
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,530
    25th
    $39,990
    50th (median)
    $45,780
    75th
    $49,880
    90th
    $53,710

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$58,880
    Stockers and Order Fillers$39,700
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,340
    Light Truck Drivers$44,310
    Driver/Sales Workers$30,060
    Bus Drivers, School$44,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Southwest Montana is $22.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.57 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Southwest Montana is 1.3% below the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $34,530 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,990.