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Drafters, All Other average salary by city in Montana
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman | $70,070 | $63,200 | $63,200 | $55,526 | 103 |
| Missoula | $66,900 | $72,520 | $59,450 | $53,475 | 96 |
| Billings | $64,200 | $64,490 | $51,380 | $51,498 | 94 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Drafters, All Other salary in other states
More about pay in Montana
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 17-3019.
- 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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