Montana Self-Employment Tax Calculator
Calculate your self-employment tax, federal income tax, and Montana state income tax as a freelancer or 1099 contractor. Montana has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 5.
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Montana has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 5.9%. Montana has no state sales tax, which offsets some of the income tax burden. Self-employed individuals in Montana pay federal self-employment tax (15.3%) plus federal income tax, and Montana state income tax on their net self-employment earnings.
Self-Employment Taxes in Montana
If you work as a freelancer or independent contractor in Montana, your tax situation involves multiple layers: federal self-employment tax, federal income tax, and Montana state income tax. Understanding how each component works helps you plan your quarterly estimated payments and maximize your deductions.
Montana Income Tax for Freelancers
Montana has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 5.9%. Montana has no state sales tax, which offsets some of the income tax burden.
Cost of Living for Freelancers in Montana
Montana's cost of living is about 3% below the national average, though popular areas like Bozeman and Missoula are more expensive. As a freelancer in Montana, your effective earnings depend not just on your tax rate but also on what your after-tax income can buy. Consider local costs for housing, coworking spaces, and daily expenses when setting your rates.
Financial Tips for Montana Freelancers
- Montana has no sales tax — all purchases are tax-free at the state level
- Montana's progressive rates top out at 5.9% which is moderate
- Montana's low population density and natural beauty attract remote workers
- Montana does not tax Social Security benefits
Key Montana Tax Features
- No state sales tax
- Progressive rates up to 5.9%
- No tax on Social Security
- Low population density
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