Montana Take-Home Pay Calculator

Calculate your actual take-home pay in Montana after federal tax, Montana state tax, Social Security, Medicare, and deductions. Montana has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 5.

Annual Breakdown

Gross Salary
$65,000
Federal Income Tax
-$5,760
State Income Tax
-$3,262
Social Security (FICA)
-$4,030
Medicare
-$943
Annual Take-Home Pay
$51,005

Monthly Summary

Monthly Gross
$5,417
Total Deductions
-$1,166
Monthly Take-Home
$4,250
Effective Tax Rate(all deductions)
21.5%

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Montana Tax Overview

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.

No state sales taxProgressive rates up to 5.9%No tax on Social SecurityLow population density

Understanding Your Take-Home Pay in Montana

If you work in Montana, your take-home pay is affected by a combination of federal taxes and Montana-specific taxes and deductions. Here's what Montana residents and workers need to know about their paycheck.

Montana Income Tax

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 in Montana

Montana's cost of living is about 3% below the national average, though popular areas like Bozeman and Missoula are more expensive. When evaluating your Montana take-home pay, consider how far your paycheck goes based on local costs for housing, food, transportation, and healthcare.

Financial Tips for Montana Residents

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the income tax rate in Montana?
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.
How much will I take home from a $75,000 salary in Montana?
Your take-home pay from a $75,000 salary in Montana depends on your filing status and deductions. Use the calculator above to get your exact Montana take-home pay. As a rough estimate, single filers in Montana with a 5.9% top rate typically take home 70-80% of their gross salary.
Does Montana tax Social Security benefits?
This varies by state. Check the Montana tax overview section above for details on Social Security taxation. At the federal level, up to 85% of Social Security benefits may be taxable depending on your combined income.
How does Montana's tax rate compare to other states?
Montana's top rate of 5.9% is at or below the national median. Compare with no-tax states like Texas and Florida, or high-tax states like California (13.3%) using our state-specific calculators.
What payroll taxes does Montana have besides income tax?
In addition to federal FICA (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%), some states have additional payroll taxes such as State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and other state-specific levies. The calculator above automatically includes any Montana-specific payroll taxes in your calculation.

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