Montana Careers in Demand: 31 Hot Jobs for 2025

The Montana High Tech Business Alliance has released its “31 Hot Montana Jobs for 2025 report, spotlighting careers across multiple industries that are expected to see strong demand in the state. The annual list is designed as a resource for job seekers, students, educators, and workforce leaders, offering insight into occupations that align with Montana’s growing economy. 

Montana’s Hottest Industries for 2025

Jobs were selected using criteria including projected demand, local availability, and salaries competitive with national averages. The report spans eight major tech sub-sectors: Computer Science & IT, STEM (including biotech), Business & Finance, Entrepreneurship, Sales & Marketing, Media Arts & Communications, Design & Construction, and Advanced Manufacturing. 

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In addition to high-earning management and technical careers, the report also identifies “Quick Start” opportunities accessible through two-year degrees, certificates, or on-the-job training, such as broadband technicians and quality control analysts. At the top of the rankings are leadership and advanced technical roles that reflect both traditional industries and emerging fields. 

The Top Ten Highest-Paying Jobs in Montana for 2025: 

1. Marketing Manager – Sales & Marketing 
2. Customer Experience (CX) Strategist – Business & Finance / Sales & Marketing 
3. Sales Manager – Sales & Marketing 
4. Cybersecurity Pen Tester – Computer Science & IT 
5. Bioinformatics Scientist – STEM 
6. Fundraising Manager – Media Arts & Communications / Business & Finance 
7. Clinical Data Manager – STEM 
8. IT Project Manager – Computer Science & IT 
9. Digital Forensics Analyst – Computer Science & IT 
10. Supply Chain Manager – Business & Finance / Manufacturing 

Why Montana’s Job Market Is Shifting

Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, workers who develop technical and interpersonal skills while targeting growing industries will have an easier time securing a stable job. 

To see the full list and report on the top 31 jobs in Montana, click this link: 31 Hot Montana Jobs for 2025.