Urban and Regional Planners Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $71,520 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $34.39
10th percentile $49,540
90th percentile $98,490
Employed locally 40
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,540
    25th
    $57,530
    50th (median)
    $71,520
    75th
    $81,320
    90th
    $98,490

    Top-paying metros for Urban and Regional Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,380
    District of Columbia $129,750
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $129,400
    Vallejo, CA $122,550
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $121,940
    Napa, CA $121,750

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $39,560
    Conservation Scientists $74,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,700
    Biological Technicians $40,450
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $60,830
    Soil and Plant Scientists $79,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Urban and Regional Planners make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in East-Central Montana is $34.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.15 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Urban and Regional Planners salaries?

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in East-Central Montana is 14.6% below the national median of $83,720. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Urban and Regional Planners in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $49,540 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,530.