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Free Montana Sales Tax Calculator

Disclaimer: All rates and figures on this page are estimates for general informational purposes only and are not financial, tax, or legal advice. Sales tax rates change and vary by city, county, and the type of item purchased. Verify current rates with the Montana Department of Revenue before relying on these figures, and consult a qualified tax professional for specific guidance.

Montana Has No Sales Tax

Montana is one of only five states that does not impose a sales tax, giving residents and visitors more purchasing power on every dollar spent.

Montana vs. the Other No-Sales-Tax States

Only 5 states charge no state sales tax: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon. Montana charges nothing at the register at either the state or local level.

Measured against the 7% national median combined rate, a $1,000 purchase in Montana avoids roughly $70 in sales tax that a typical state would collect.

Combined state-plus-local averages nearby: Idaho (6.03%); North Dakota (7.04%); South Dakota (6.1%); Wyoming (5.44%). Wyoming has the lowest nearby rate at 5.44%.

How Montana Funds Government Without Sales Tax

Without sales tax revenue, Montana relies on other sources. The state collects income tax with a top rate of 5.9%. The average property tax rate is 0.74% on homes with a median value of $393,300.

Montana has no state or local sales tax.

Montana Tax Overview

Sales Tax
None (0%)
State Income Tax
5.9% top rate
Avg Property Tax Rate
0.74%
State Minimum Wage
$10.55/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Montana have a sales tax? +
No. Montana is one of only five states that does not charge a state sales tax. This means purchases are not subject to state or local sales tax, giving residents and visitors more purchasing power. Montana has no state or local sales tax.
How does Montana fund state services without a sales tax? +
Montana relies on other revenue sources to fund state services. The state collects income tax with a top rate of 5.9%, and also generates revenue through property taxes (average rate: 0.74%), excise taxes, fees, and natural resource revenue.
Is Montana a tax-friendly state? +
Montana's lack of sales tax makes it more tax-friendly for consumer purchases. However, the state does levy income tax up to 5.9%, so overall tax burden depends on your income level. The average property tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $393,300.
Do I need to pay use tax in Montana? +
Even without a sales tax, some states require a use tax on items purchased out-of-state for use within the state. Check Montana's specific requirements — the rules vary. In practice, enforcement of use tax on individual consumer purchases is limited.
What is the property tax rate in Montana? +
The average effective property tax rate in Montana is 0.74%. On the median home value of $393,300, this translates to approximately $2,910 per year. Rates vary significantly by county and municipality.
How much does Montana's lack of sales tax save on a big purchase? +
Measured against the 7% national median combined rate, a $10,000 purchase in Montana avoids about $700 in sales tax.
How does Montana sales tax compare with neighboring states? +
Rates change the moment you cross a border. Combined state-plus-local averages for nearby states: Idaho (6.03%); North Dakota (7.04%); South Dakota (6.1%); Wyoming (5.44%) — versus no state sales tax in Montana. Wyoming is the cheapest nearby option at 5.44%.

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