Urban and Regional Planners Salary in West Montana

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

Median annual salary $75,140 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $36.13
10th percentile $50,850
90th percentile $99,880
Employed locally 40
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,850
    25th
    $57,320
    50th (median)
    $75,140
    75th
    $89,050
    90th
    $99,880

    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 West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,310
    Biological Scientists, All Other$86,940
    Biological Technicians$48,870
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$63,730
    Foresters$64,990
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$76,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Urban and Regional Planners make per hour in West Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in West Montana is $36.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.69 or more per hour.

    Is West Montana above or below average for Urban and Regional Planners salaries?

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in West Montana is 10.2% 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $50,850 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,320.