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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Registered Nurse Operating Room in Montana is $84,406 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.
However, a Registered Nurse Operating Room's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Registered Nurse Operating Room Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $93,972 | $7,831 | $1,807 | $45 |
| Average | $84,406 | $7,034 | $1,623 | $41 |
| 25th Percentile | $75,393 | $6,283 | $1,450 | $36 |
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A Registered Nurse Operating Room's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Registered Nurse Operating Room's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Registered Nurse Operating Room | $80,846 |
| Intermediate Level Registered Nurse Operating Room | $81,061 |
| Senior Level Registered Nurse Operating Room | $83,926 |
| Specialist Level Registered Nurse Operating Room | $87,958 |
| Expert Level Registered Nurse Operating Room | $88,246 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Registered Nurse Operating Rooms. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Registered Nurse Operating Room roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Registered Nurse Operating Room positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Registered Nurse Operating Room as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $101,287 | $49.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Registered Nurse Operating Room's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $93,972 | $7,831 | $1,807 | $45 |
| Average | $84,406 | $7,034 | $1,623 | $41 |
| 25th Percentile | $75,393 | $6,283 | $1,450 | $36 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Registered Nurse Operating Room job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Aya Healthcare
Billings, MT
Aya Healthcare | Billings, MT
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse. Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse job in Billings, Montana payin... more
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Anders Group, LLC
Billings, MT
Anders Group, LLC | Billings, MT
Travel Or Operating Room Registered Nurse (Rn). Join Anders Group for a travel nursing assignment in Billings, MT for a 13 week assignment. This opportunit... more
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Anders Group, LLC
Sidney, MT
Anders Group, LLC | Sidney, MT
Travel OR Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN). Join Anders Group for a travel nursing assignment in Sidney, MT for a 13 week assignment. This opportunity ... more
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Advantis Medical Staffing
Sidney, MT
Advantis Medical Staffing | Sidney, MT
Operating Room Travel Nurse in Sidney, MT. This 13-week travel operating room registered nurse (RN) contract at Sidney Health Center in Sidney, Montana, pa... more
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Intermountain Health
Butte, MT
Intermountain Health | Butte, MT
Job Description:Incumbents in this role provide the highest level of expertise in their respective area of focus. They are responsible for understanding an... more
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MAS Medical Staffing
Malmstrom A F B, MT
MAS Medical Staffing | Malmstrom A F B, MT
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