Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Montana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $141,470 | $140,258 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $68.01 | $67.43 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $149,545.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Montana is $141,470, or about $68.01 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Montana is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Montana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 600 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $141,470, Montana offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.