Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pay in Montana, all employers Sourced
Child, Family, and School Social Workers (SOC 21-1021) in Montana, all employers combined: BLS state estimates do not separate government from private.
| Measure | MT |
|---|---|
| Workers | 1,250 |
| 10th percentile | $39,250 |
| Median | $56,780 |
| 90th percentile | $72,000 |
| National median, government employers | $65,660 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — national estimates by ownership. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pension in Montana
State employees
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana Public Employees' Retirement System - Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution Plan (member choice) PERS DBRP (hired on or after July 1, 2011 / July 1, 2013 provisions) or PERS DCRP | 1.7857% | DBRP: age 65 with at least 5 years of membership service | 7.9% | Not stated |
Local employees
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana Public Employees' Retirement System - Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution Plan (member choice) PERS DBRP (hired on or after July 1, 2011 / July 1, 2013 provisions) or PERS DCRP | 1.7857% | DBRP: age 65 with at least 5 years of membership service | 7.9% | Not stated |
The statewide plan a new hire usually joins. Some cities and counties run their own plans; check with the employer. Each plan's formula, vesting, cost-of-living adjustment and retiree health are on the Montana pension plans list.
Source: State retirement systems, Official state retirement system pages, member handbooks and statutes. Data captured October 2, 2026.
Free practice tests for Montana
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- ASWB Clinical Examination (LCSW Licensure)Practice for a named exam · free on Open Exam Prep
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- ASWB Social Work Licensing Examination ProgramPractice for a named exam · free on Open Exam Prep
Source: Open Exam Prep, Open Exam Prep free practice tests. Data captured October 1, 2026. Each link was opened and its exam title checked on the date shown.
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Requirements, hiring process, training, schedule and day-to-day work are on the national Social Worker (government) page.
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