Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary in Montana: $79,858 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Montana's 7 metropolitan areas, the average median radiologic technologist and technician pay sits at $79,858/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2034. Because Montana sits at BEA RPP 96.2 (4% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $83,012 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Bozeman ($78,090), Helena ($77,570), Billings ($77,070).
In Montana, radiologic technologists and technicians are projected to earn an average median salary of $79,858 in 2026, which is approximately 5.3% lower than the national median of $84,348. The highest-paying city in the state is Bozeman, where salaries reach $82,221, contrasted with Great Falls, the lowest-paying city, at $75,040. This $7,181 salary gap can be attributed to cost of living variations, local demand for healthcare services, and the presence of medical facilities that influence wage levels. Montana's state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws shape the working environment for these professionals. The demand for radiologic technologists is driven by an aging population and the increasing use of advanced imaging technologies, contributing to a projected annual growth rate of 5.29% in the field. As for the cities with strong salary prospects, Helena follows Bozeman at $81,673, while Billings offers $81,147, indicating the Midwest region's commitment to healthcare advancement. With a total employment number of 531 in this profession, Montana's job market reflects a favorable outlook, driven by consistent demand for imaging services across various medical settings.
Montana Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Montana: $53,203 (lowest entry-level) to $115,636 (highest top earner)
Montana vs National Average
Montana radiologic technologists and technicians earn 5.32% less than the national median ($-4,490/year difference).
Montana Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Radiologic Technologist and Technician salaries in Montana range from $58,932 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $98,244 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $79,858. The Montana median is $4,490 below the US national median of $84,348. The average hourly rate is $38.39/hr. Approximately 531 radiologic technologist and technicians are employed across 7 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$54,142
2025 BLS Actual
$75,846
2026 Current Est.
$79,858
2019–2027 Growth
+55.3%
Salary Trajectory for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Montana (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.29% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $54,142 | Actual |
| 2020 | $55,651 | Actual |
| 2021 | $60,441 | Actual |
| 2022 | $64,438 | Actual |
| 2023 | $68,235 | Actual |
| 2024 | $71,784 | Actual |
| 2025 | $75,846 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $79,858 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $84,083 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Montana metropolitan area, the median radiologic technologist and technician salary grew 40.1% from $54,142 (2019) to $75,846 (2025). At a 5.29% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $84,083 by 2027 — a total increase of $29,941 (55.30%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Montana metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.29% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Montana
Lowest Paying Cities in Montana
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Great Falls | $75,040 |
| Kalispell | $77,483 |
| Missoula | $77,641 |
| Butte | $78,860 |
| Billings | $81,147 |
Best Value Cities for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Montana
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Montana cities offer the most purchasing power for radiologic technologists and technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | $81,147 | 93.526 | $86,764 |
| Helena | $81,673 | 95.675 | $85,365 |
| Butte | $78,860 | 96.2 | $81,975 |
| Kalispell | $77,483 | 96.2 | $80,544 |
| Missoula | $77,641 | 96.445 | $80,503 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Montana
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $58,932 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $79,858 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $98,244 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Montana metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 7 Cities in Montana
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Written by Jordan Lee, RT(R), RT(TM)
Career Analyst
Jordan Lee has over 10 years of experience in radiologic technology. They specialize in mammography and work in an outpatient imaging center.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.29% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 radiologic technologist and technician compensation across Montana. State averages are employment-weighted across 7 metro areas — larger metro areas with more radiologic technologists and technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.29%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for radiologic technologist and technicians (SOC 29-2034).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, RT(R), RT(TM), a licensed radiologic technologist and technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov