Montana Minimum Wage 2026: $10.85/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: Montana Department of Labor

Montana has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $10.85/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$10.85

per hour

Tipped Wage

No tip credit

Full minimum wage required

Effective Date

2026-01-01

Montana Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Yes — state law

Montana requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, matching FLSA.

Additional Information

Montana adjusts annually for CPI. No tip credit allowed for businesses with gross annual sales over $110,000. Businesses with less may pay $4.00/hr.

Official source: Montana Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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