Power Plant Operators Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $102,610 +2.9% vs national
Median hourly $49.33
10th percentile $85,860
90th percentile $103,730
Employed locally 60
National median $99,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $85,860
    25th
    $88,720
    50th (median)
    $102,610
    75th
    $102,610
    90th
    $103,730

    Top-paying metros for Power Plant Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $156,260
    Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA $140,800
    Fresno, CA $136,640
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $136,300
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $133,460
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $128,340

    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 Power Plant Operators make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Power Plant Operators in East-Central Montana is $49.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Power Plant Operators salary in East-Central Montana is 2.9% above the national median of $99,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Power Plant Operators (10th percentile) earn around $85,860 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $88,720.