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Wage Comparison in Montana
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Montana offers competitive salaries with moderate state income tax rates (1% to 6.9%) and no sales tax, particularly strong in agriculture, mining, energy, and tourism, with Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls serving as major economic centers.
- • Compare by Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman areas
- • Benefit from Montana’s no sales tax policy
- • Consider agriculture, mining, energy, and tourism sectors
Montana Salary Factors
Billings: Energy, healthcare
Missoula: Education, forestry
Mining: Coal, copper, gold
No sales tax advantage
Average Salary in Montana
Montana Industry Averages
Montana’s economy is driven by agriculture, mining, energy, and tourism. The state has significant natural resource extraction industries, including coal, copper, and oil, along with a growing tech sector and strong agricultural base.
Mining & Energy
$72,000
Average annual salary
Healthcare
$62,000
Average annual salary
Agriculture
$48,000
Average annual salary
Tourism
$42,000
Average annual salary
Montana Salary Factors
- • Natural resources
- • No sales tax
- • Agricultural base
- • Tourism industry
- • Growing tech sector
- • Quality of life
Montana Minimum Wage
Montana State Minimum Wage
Montana has set its minimum wage above the federal rate at $10.30 per hour as of 2025. The state adjusts this rate annually based on the Consumer Price Index, ensuring workers maintain purchasing power as costs rise.
Montana Minimum Wage
$10.30
per hour (2025)
Annual Full-Time
$21,424
40 hours/week, 52 weeks
Montana vs Other States
Note: Montana’s minimum wage is indexed to inflation and adjusted annually. Student workers under 18 can be paid 85% of minimum wage for their first 90 days.
Montana Tax Information
Understanding Montana Taxes
Montana has a progressive state income tax system with rates ranging from 1% to 6.9% based on income level. The state has no sales tax, making it one of only five states without a statewide sales tax, though local option taxes may apply in some areas.
Federal Income Tax
Progressive rates from 10% to 37% based on income
Montana State Income Tax
Progressive rates from 1% to 6.9%
Sales Tax
No statewide sales tax (local option taxes may apply)
Social Security Tax
6.2% on income up to $168,600 (2025 limit)
Medicare Tax
1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000
Montana Tax Structure
State Income Tax Brackets (2025)
- • 1% on income up to $3,100 (Single)
- • 2% on income $3,101 – $5,500
- • 3% on income $5,501 – $8,400
- • 4% on income $8,401 – $11,300
- • 5% on income $11,301 – $14,500
- • 6% on income $14,501 – $18,700
- • 6.9% on income over $18,700
- *Brackets differ for married filing jointly
No Sales Tax
Montana is one of only five states with no statewide sales tax, though some local jurisdictions may impose local option taxes.
Property Tax
Montana has moderate property tax rates, with an average effective rate of around 0.83% of assessed value.
Important Note
This calculator provides estimates. Consult a tax professional for personalized advice and accurate calculations.