SOC 11-3021 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Computer and Information Systems Managers — Bozeman
Bozeman, MT · 4 metro areas compared
At $162,680, median pay for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Bozeman, MT tracks the national median of $175,140 closely.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $162,680, median pay for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Bozeman, MT tracks the national median of $175,140 closely. Pay ranges from under $99,160 at the tenth percentile to more than $218,150 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $133,600 to $199,720.
Employment stands at 200, or 2.8 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Great Falls records the highest median at $133,670. Of the 288 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 3rd.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $99,160 | −43.4% |
| 25th | $133,600 | −23.7% |
| Median (50th) | $162,680 | −7.1% |
| 75th | $199,720 | +14.0% |
| 90th | $218,150 | +24.6% |
| Mean | $159,890 | −8.7% |
Other metro areas in Montana
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Great Falls | $133,670 | 70 | |
| 2 | Missoula | $133,020 | 160 | |
| 3 | Helena | $130,230 | 140 | |
| 4 | Billings | $129,280 | 210 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Bozeman run 5.4% below the national average, so the median of $162,680 goes as far as $171,966 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 1.8% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$162,680as reported by BLSLocal price level
94.6US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$171,966US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $162,680 a year, 7.1% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $99,160 to $218,150 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 200 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Great Falls, at $133,670.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Bozeman, MT?
The median annual wage is $162,680, or $78.21 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $175,140, so pay in Bozeman, MT is 7.1% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Bozeman, MT earns more than $218,150 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $99,160 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Great Falls, at $133,670 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 200 jobs in this occupation in Bozeman, MT. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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