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Architectural and Civil Drafters average salary by city in Montana
- Helena$71,690
- Billings$69,110
- Missoula$67,720
- Bozeman$66,470
- Great Falls$65,290
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena | $71,690 | $77,320 | $58,390 | $56,574 | 96 |
| Billings | $69,110 | $65,820 | $59,320 | $54,905 | 94 |
| Missoula | $67,720 | $68,760 | $58,770 | $54,006 | 96 |
| Bozeman | $66,470 | $63,880 | $57,420 | $53,194 | 103 |
| Great Falls | $65,290 | $61,790 | $55,610 | $52,313 | 97 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-3011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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