Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Montana

$21,739 $70,549
10th pct Median: $41,017 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$21,739
25th Percentile$29,532
50th (Median)$41,017
75th Percentile$56,603
90th (Top Earners)$70,549
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Montana median salary of $41,017 for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas has the purchasing power of approximately $37,804 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Montana's higher cost of living (COL index: 108.5) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas make in Montana?
Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in Montana earn a median annual salary of $41,017 per year ($19.72/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $46,610.
Is Montana a good state for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas?
Montana pays slightly below the national average for service unit operators, oil and gas. Cost of living in Montana is higher average (COL index: 108.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in Montana?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 108.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $41,017 salary in Montana has the purchasing power of approximately $37,804 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Montana reduce real purchasing power.
How does Montana compare to neighboring states for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Montana

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $292,336
2 Radiologists $272,730
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $269,474
4 Neurologists $260,128
5 Surgeons, All Other $259,178
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $239,254
7 Psychiatrists $219,822
8 Physicians, Pathologists $214,650
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in Montana

Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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