Montana Paystub Generator — Free & Instant

Create accurate paystubs for Montana employees with Progressive 5.9% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

Montana Tax Overview (2026)

5.9%
Progressive Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
5.9%
Minimum Wage
$10.55/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a Montana Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
Montana State Income Tax 5.9% State Progressive rate • Std deduction: $14,600

Montana Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax Rate Income Range (Single Filer)
4.7% $0 – $20,500
5.9% $20,500 and above

* Brackets shown for single filers. Married/joint filers may have different thresholds.

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About Montana Payroll

Montana simplified its income tax to two brackets effective 2024, down from the previous seven-bracket system. The state has no sales tax, making income tax its primary revenue source.

Montana uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 5.9%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, Montana workers typically see 4 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide a statement showing hours worked, rate of pay, gross wages, deductions, and net wages.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay at least semi-monthly or within 10 business days of the end of the pay period.

Montana Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a Montana paystub?

A typical Montana paystub includes 4 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Montana State Income Tax (5.9%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the Montana state income tax rate?

Montana has a progressive income tax with rates ranging from 4.7% to 5.9%. The rate used for your paystub depends on your income level and filing status. Visit the Montana Department of Revenue for exact rates.

What is the minimum wage in Montana?

The current minimum wage in Montana is $10.55 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this Montana paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free Montana paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a Montana paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

Montana Minimum Wage

$10.55
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 5.9% (Progressive)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • Std Deduction: $14,600 (single)
  • Total Deductions: 4 line items

Did You Know?

Montana simplified its income tax to two brackets effective 2024, down from the previous seven-bracket system. The state has no sales tax, making income tax its primary revenue source.

Official Resources

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