Montana Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The Montana minimum wage is $10.85 an hour as of 2026-10-25, rising to $11.20 on January 1, 2027. Full time, that is about $22,568 a year.
Montana minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $10.85 |
| January 1, 2027 | $11.20 |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $10.85 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $10.85 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $434 |
| Per month | $1,881 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $22,568 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $1,683 |
Details
- CPI (Aug-Aug) adjustment set by Sept 30, rounded to $0.05. DLI page: 'Effective 1/1/2027: $11.20'.
- $4.00 for non-FLSA businesses with gross sales <= $110,000. No tip credit.
Sources: erd.dli.mt.gov · dol.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Montana in 2026?
$10.85 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the Montana minimum wage go up in 2027?
Yes. It rises to $11.20 on January 1, 2027.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Montana?
Montana does not allow a tip credit: tipped workers get the full $10.85 before tips.
How much is $10.85 an hour per year?
$22,568 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $1,881 a month before taxes.