Montana paycheck taxes at a glance (2026)
| State income tax | Graduated rates from 4.7% to 5.65% |
|---|---|
| Standard deduction | Uses the federal amount ($16,100 single) |
| Personal exemptions & credits | None |
| Local income taxes | None |
| Disability / paid leave deductions | None |
| Federal taxes | Income tax plus Social Security 6.2% and Medicare 1.45% |
Good to know
- 4.7% on taxable income up to $47,500 single / $95,000 married, 5.65% above.
- Starts from federal taxable income (federal standard deduction included).
- Head-of-household threshold: $71,250.
- No local income taxes in Montana.
Montana salary after taxes (2026)
Take-home pay at common Montana salaries. The table follows the filing status, pay frequency and deductions you enter above.
| Salary | State & local | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $653 | $25,632 | $985.83 |
| $40,000 | $1,123 | $33,197 | $1,276.80 |
| $50,000 | $1,593 | $40,762 | $1,567.76 |
| $60,000 | $2,063 | $48,327 | $1,858.72 |
| $75,000 | $2,877 | $58,716 | $2,258.30 |
| $100,000 | $4,289 | $74,891 | $2,880.42 |
| $125,000 | $5,702 | $91,002 | $3,500.07 |
| $150,000 | $7,114 | $106,677 | $4,102.96 |
Montana hourly paycheck examples
Weekly take-home pay for common hourly wages in Montana. Need a yearly figure? Use the hourly to salary calculator.
| Hourly wage | Weekly gross | Weekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00/hr | $600.00 | $510.38 | $26,540 |
| $18.00/hr | $720.00 | $601.16 | $31,260 |
| $20.00/hr | $800.00 | $661.68 | $34,407 |
| $25.00/hr | $1,000.00 | $812.97 | $42,275 |
| $30.00/hr | $1,200.00 | $964.28 | $50,142 |
| $40.00/hr | $1,600.00 | $1,231.18 | $64,021 |
Montana vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on the same pay — $75,000 a year — in Montana and the states around it.
| State | State & local taxes | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Wyoming | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| North Dakota | $203 | $61,389 | $2,361.12 |
| Idaho | $2,867 | $58,726 | $2,258.68 |
| Montana | $2,877 | $58,716 | $2,258.30 |
Frequently asked questions
What are Montana’s income tax rates for 2026?
Two rates: 4.7% and 5.65%.
Does Montana have a sales tax?
No. Montana has no general sales tax, but it does have an income tax.
What is the Montana income tax rate in 2026?
Montana has graduated rates from 4.7% to 5.65%. Deductions, exemptions and credits mean your effective rate is lower than the top rate.
How much is $50,000 a year after taxes in Montana?
A single filer earning $50,000 in Montana takes home about $40,762 a year, or $1,567.76 every two weeks, after $3,820 federal income tax, $3,825 FICA and $1,593 in Montana taxes.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Montana?
About $74,891 a year ($2,880.42 per biweekly paycheck) for a single filer with no pre-tax benefits — a total tax rate of 25.1%.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Montana?
Working 40 hours a week at $25 an hour, a single filer in Montana takes home about $812.97 a week, or $42,275 a year.
How often are the Montana rates updated?
We verify federal and Montana rates every January and whenever Montana changes its law mid-year. Current figures were verified October 31, 2026 for tax year 2026.
Sources
- Montana Department of Revenue
- IRS: 2026 inflation adjustments (Rev. Proc. 2025-32)
- IRS Publication 15-T (federal withholding methods)
- SSA: 2026 Social Security wage base ($184,500)
- Tax Foundation: 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets
Rates last verified October 31, 2026 by Easy Paycheck Calculator Editorial Team. See the methodology for every formula.