How long does sonography technician training take in Montana?

Most people become a Sonography Technician in Montana through a CAAHEP-accredited diagnostic medical sonography program plus ARDMS or CCI.

How to Become a Sonography Technician in Montana (2026)

Q: How much do sonography technicians earn in Montana?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), sonography technicians in Montana earned a median annual wage of approximately $101,000. Employment concentration in Montana is roughly 0.79 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

Q: What is the job outlook for sonography technicians in Montana?

Montana currently employs approximately 230 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 13.0% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Montana diagnostic medical sonographers earn a median annual wage of $101,000 ($48.56/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 230 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 4.6% above the national median of $96,590 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $101,000 ($48.56/hr)
25th percentile: $84,800 per year
75th percentile: $110,700 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $121,260 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $80,750 per year
Workers employed in Montana: 230
Versus national median: 4.6% above the U.S. median of $96,590
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.79 - this occupation is less concentrated in Montana than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Montana employs about 230 sonography technicians earning a median $101,000 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a Sonography Technician here means completing a CAAHEP-accredited diagnostic medical sonography program plus ARDMS or CCI. Confirm credential rules with the program and employer.

Compare Sonography Technician Schools in Montana

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Tuition is the published annual figure for the latest reported year and excludes room, board, books and fees. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition (published, per year)	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Bismarck State College	76.6	$5,247 in-state / $7,331 out-of-state	$65,276	47%	Yes*	480 mi
2	Bellevue College	73.6	$4,436 in-state / $10,502 out-of-state	$64,079	36%	Yes*	525 mi
Sponsored Ad
3	Weber State University	72.8	$6,557 in-state / $17,545 out-of-state	$69,883	46%	Yes*	398 mi
4	Spokane Community College	68.4	$5,461 in-state / $6,612 out-of-state	$52,567	33%	Yes*	304 mi
Sponsored Ad
5	Laramie County Community College	67.1	$4,613 in-state / $10,913 out-of-state	$49,818	38%	Yes*	506 mi
6	Columbia Basin College	61.3	$6,555 in-state / $8,668 out-of-state	$67,608	33%	—	389 mi
Sponsored Ad
7	Dakota College at Bottineau	56.6	$5,388 in-state / $6,294 out-of-state	$57,933	48%	Yes*	506 mi
8	Great Basin College	52.3	$3,923 in-state / $13,883 out-of-state	$57,602	41%	Yes*	482 mi
Sponsored Ad

Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Montana employs approximately 230 sonography technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $101,000 ¹. Nationally, sonography technician employment is projected to grow 13.0% from 2024 to 2034, with about 5,800 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a Sonography Technician in Montana, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: CAAHEP-accredited sonography program (find programs)
Typical timeline: a CAAHEP-accredited diagnostic medical sonography program plus ARDMS or CCI
Exam: ARDMS or CCI
Median wage (Montana): $101,000 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Sonography Technician in Montana

How to become a Sonography Technician in Montana? Complete a CAAHEP-accredited diagnostic medical sonography program plus ARDMS or CCI. Apply through the program and employer.

How long does it take? Most people finish a CAAHEP-accredited diagnostic medical sonography program plus ARDMS or CCI. Confirm current hour totals with the program and the program and employer.

Do I need a license in Montana? Yes. Montana typically registers this role through the program and employer. See the licensing section below.

What do sonography technicians earn in Montana? The median annual wage for sonography technicians in Montana is $101,000 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $80,750 and experienced professionals can earn $121,260 or more ¹.

How to Become a Sonography Technician in Montana

Meet program entry rules. Programs typically require a high school diploma or GED and science prerequisites.
Complete a CAAHEP-accredited sonography program. Finish a diagnostic medical sonography program in Montana. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
Earn ARDMS or CCI. Pass ARDMS or CCI specialty exams employers expect.
Confirm state licensure. Some states license sonographers. Confirm with the program and employer.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Sonography Technician License Requirements in Montana

Sonographers typically complete a CAAHEP-accredited program and earn ARDMS or CCI. Some states add licensure.

Typical path

Complete a CAAHEP-accredited program.
Earn ARDMS or CCI.
Apply for state licensure if Montana requires it.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with the program and employer before you enroll.

Sonography Technician Wages by Metro Area in Montana

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Wages by Metro Area in Montana

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), diagnostic medical sonographers wages in Montana vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Billings	50	$107,340	$101,520	$80,450	$115,970
Bozeman	30	$121,260	$114,450	$98,770	$128,440

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for sonography technicians in Montana? Montana currently employs approximately 230 sonography technicians ¹. Nationally, sonography technician employment is projected to grow 13.0% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a sonography technician in Montana with an out-of-state license? Contact the program and employer for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Montana? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Montana.

How much do sonography technicians earn in Montana compared to the national average? The median annual wage for sonography technicians in Montana is $101,000, which is $11,660 above the national median of $89,340 according to BLS data ¹.

In Montana

Best Trade Schools in Montana (2026)

Top local programs

Explore More Trades in Montana

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)