Natural Sciences Managers Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $119,430 -25.9% vs national
Median hourly $57.42
10th percentile $101,330
90th percentile $190,420
Employed locally 30
National median $161,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $101,330
    25th
    $112,400
    50th (median)
    $119,430
    75th
    $136,970
    90th
    $190,420

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Natural Sciences Managers salary vs area income 161% Median Natural Sciences Managers salary is 61% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Natural Sciences Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $222,840
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $221,480
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $219,380
    Massachusetts $218,800
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $211,880
    Worcester, MA $211,400

    Nearby metros — Natural Sciences Managers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bozeman, MT $124,090
    Missoula, MT $120,640

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $94,520
    Managers, All Other $99,540
    Medical and Health Services Managers $114,450
    Computer and Information Systems Managers $133,270
    Financial Managers $105,100
    Construction Managers $96,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Natural Sciences Managers make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Natural Sciences Managers in Helena, MT is $57.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $91.55 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Natural Sciences Managers salaries?

    The median Natural Sciences Managers salary in Helena, MT is 25.9% below the national median of $161,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Natural Sciences Managers in Helena?

    Entry-level Natural Sciences Managers (10th percentile) earn around $101,330 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $112,400.