Montana Median
$21,940
per year
Hourly Rate
$10.55
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-36% vs US median
US median $34,320
State Rank
#32 of 34
state estimate
How much does a Gambling Dealer make in Montana?
Gambling Dealers in Montana take home a median of $21,940 annually — roughly $10.55 an hour — which runs 36% below the national median of $34,320.
Within Montana, entry-level pay starts around $21,940 while the top 10% make $22,130 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $21,940 and $22,120 a year.
Gambling Dealer salary range in Montana
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $21,940 | $10.55 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $21,940 | $10.55 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $21,940 | $10.55 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $22,120 | $10.63 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $22,130 | $10.64 |
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How Montana compares
Montana ranks 32nd out of 34 states and territories for Gambling Dealer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Gambling Dealer salary in other states
Oregon $62,230Wisconsin $61,670Arizona $60,940Washington $58,700New York $50,860Pennsylvania $48,230Ohio $40,710Delaware $39,330Florida $38,500New Mexico $36,990South Dakota $36,190California $35,090New Jersey $33,000New Hampshire $32,100Maryland $31,740Illinois $31,200Colorado $30,800Michigan $29,120Missouri $28,600Arkansas $28,380Mississippi $28,250North Dakota $27,370South Carolina $27,350Minnesota $27,190Virginia $26,170Nevada $25,690West Virginia $25,100Texas $25,090Indiana $24,160Oklahoma $23,720Iowa $23,020Georgia $21,430Louisiana $17,760
Working as a Gambling Dealer in Montana
Nationally, about 84,000 people work as Gambling Dealers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Montana pay ($21,940) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Gambling Dealer make in Montana?
The median Gambling Dealer salary in Montana is $21,940 per year, or about $10.55 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $21,940 at the entry level to $22,130 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Montana pay compare to the national average?
Montana pays Gambling Dealers about 36% less than the national median of $34,320. Montana ranks 32nd out of 34 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Montana a good state for Gambling Dealers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $21,940 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Montana?
The highest-paying occupations in Montana include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($560,820), Physician, All Other ($438,850), Radiologist ($360,330), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.