Montana tax guide
If your business income isn't subject to withholding, Montana usually expects you to pay as you go.
Published by Cadus Labs LLC · Last updated November 9, 2026 · How we write these guides
Based on the Montana Department of Revenue's estimated tax page and other guidance from the state's tax agency.
You generally have to make estimated payments if your annual Montana tax after withholding and nonrefundable credits is more than $500. You can base them on 100% of last year's tax or 90% of this year's.
The form is Montana's estimated tax voucher, and you can generally pay online instead of mailing it.
| Payment | Due |
|---|---|
| First payment | April 15, 2026 |
| Second payment | June 15, 2026 |
| Third payment | September 15, 2026 |
| Fourth payment | January 15, 2027 |
Wherever you live, self-employed income is subject to federal income tax and self-employment tax. A single filer with $60,000 of net profit and no other income owes about $12,037 in federal tax for 2026, or 20% of profit, before any state or local tax.
Federal estimated payments are due April 15, June 15, and September 15, 2026, and January 15, 2027. Use our 1099 tax calculator to run your own numbers.
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You generally have to make estimated payments if your annual Montana tax after withholding and nonrefundable credits is more than $500. You can base them on 100% of last year's tax or 90% of this year's.
April 15, 2026, June 15, 2026, September 15, 2026, and January 15, 2027.