Training and Development Specialists Salary in Helena, MT

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

Median annual salary $63,390 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.48
10th percentile $45,880
90th percentile $94,470
Employed locally 120
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,880
    25th
    $51,800
    50th (median)
    $63,390
    75th
    $79,600
    90th
    $94,470

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Training and Development Specialists salary vs area income 86% Median Training and Development Specialists salary is 14% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Training and Development Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $94,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $92,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,390
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $90,400

    Nearby metros — Training and Development Specialists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Billings, MT $79,990
    Bozeman, MT $77,420
    Sumter, SC $61,760
    Binghamton, NY $60,480
    Great Falls, MT $50,770
    Missoula, MT $49,380

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $65,960
    Accountants and Auditors $72,550
    Compliance Officers $63,020
    Project Management Specialists $86,580
    Human Resources Specialists $65,500
    Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators $75,310

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Training and Development Specialists make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Helena, MT is $30.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.90 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Training and Development Specialists salaries?

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Helena, MT is 3.7% below the national median of $65,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Training and Development Specialists in Helena?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $45,880 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,800.