Pediatrician Salary in Montana
Based on 50+ workers in Montana
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (MT)
$273,260
$131.38/hr
vs National Average
$215,536
+26.8% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$161K – $385K
50 employed in Montana
Salary Distribution — Pediatrician in Montana
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $161,060 |
| 25th percentile | $197,940 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $273,260 |
| 75th percentile | $375,310 |
| 90th percentile | $385,460 |
Top-Paying Industries for Pediatrician (U.S.)
Which industries pay Pediatricians the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Pediatricians in Montana tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $255,160 | 30 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $211,970 | 37K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $209,850 | 70 |
| Educational Services | $106,080 | 2K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $99,560 | 40 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Pediatrician in Montana vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Montana) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $195,440 |
| 2023 | $127,570 |
| 2025 | $273,260 |
| 2026 (projected) | $289,656 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Montana Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $195,440 | $189,368 |
| 2023 | $127,570 | $192,720 |
| 2025 | $273,260 | $215,536 |
| 2026 (projected) | $289,656 | $228,468 |
Pediatrician Salary by Experience Level in Montana
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $197,940 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $273,260 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $375,310 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $385,460 |
Pediatrician Salary in Other States
Related Pediatrician Salaries in Montana
How other high-demand occupations in Montana compare to Pediatrician ($273,260 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Pediatrician | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in MT | $360,330 | +31.9% | $173.24/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in MT | $330,760 | +21.0% | $159.02/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in MT | $277,380 | +1.5% | $133.36/hr |
| Dentist in MT | $167,200 | -38.8% | $80.38/hr |
| Pharmacist in MT | $142,080 | -48.0% | $68.31/hr |
| Physician Assistant in MT | $141,470 | -48.2% | $68.01/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in MT | $137,210 | -49.8% | $65.97/hr |
| Medical and Health Services Manager in MT | $105,840 | -61.3% | $50.88/hr |
| Optometrist in MT | $104,280 | -61.8% | $50.13/hr |
| Veterinarian in MT | $99,390 | -63.6% | $47.78/hr |
| Dental Hygienist in MT | $98,440 | -64.0% | $47.33/hr |
| Physical Therapist in MT | $91,450 | -66.5% | $43.97/hr |