Montana Minimum Wage (2026)
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Montana's minimum wage is $10.85 an hour in 2026. Montana's $10.85 applies to most businesses and is indexed to inflation each January.
Montana minimum wage vs. the federal minimum
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. Montana's effective minimum is $10.85 — $3.60 above the federal floor. Where state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay whichever is higher.
Minimum-wage pay & overtime
At $10.85 an hour, overtime (1.5×) is $16.27 per hour. 1.5× after 40 hours in a workweek. No daily overtime. Run your own numbers with the Montana overtime calculator or convert it to a yearly figure with the salary to hourly calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Montana in 2026?
The minimum wage in Montana is $10.85 per hour as of 2026. Montana's $10.85 applies to most businesses and is indexed to inflation each January.
How much is Montana's minimum wage per year?
At $10.85 an hour, full-time (40 hours a week, 52 weeks) is about $22,568 a year before taxes, or $434 a week.
Is Montana's minimum wage higher than the federal minimum?
Yes. Montana's $10.85 is above the federal minimum of $7.25. When state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay the higher rate.
What is overtime pay on Montana's minimum wage?
Overtime is 1.5× your regular rate, so a minimum-wage worker at $10.85 earns $16.27 per overtime hour. 1.5× after 40 hours in a workweek. No daily overtime.
Rate as of January 2026, from the U.S. Department of Labor. Cities and counties may set higher local minimums, and rates change — confirm with your state labor office. General information, not legal or payroll advice.
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