Compare taxes and see how much you save moving from Montana to Wyoming
Montana has progressive income tax rates from 4.7% to 5.9%, while Wyoming has no state income tax (0%). Moving to Wyoming saves $5,600/year on $100k income. Neither state has sales tax, making both attractive for shoppers. Property taxes are similar (MT 0.74% vs WY 0.56%). Overall, Wyoming offers better tax advantages, but Montana has more amenities (Missoula, Bozeman, Billings metros) and job opportunities. The MT-WY border is popular for tax planning.
Progressive (Was Flat)
2 brackets, up to 5.9%
No Income Tax
Constitutional prohibition
At $100,000 income:
That is $467/month back in your pocket!
| Income | MT Tax | WY Tax | Savings | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $2,650 | $0 | $2,650 | $26,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,600 | $0 | $5,600 | $56,000 |
| $200,000 | $11,500 | $0 | $11,500 | $115,000 |
| $500,000 | $29,200 | $0 | $29,200 | $292,000 |
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Get Matched With a CPA →On $100,000 income, Wyoming saves $5,600/year in income tax (MT 5.6% vs WY 0%). WY also has lower property tax (0.56% vs MT 0.74%). On a $500k home, WY pays $2,800/year vs MT $3,700/year—difference of $900/year. Total savings: $6,500/year. Over 10 years: $65,000. Both states have no sales tax (identical). However, WY housing is 52% cheaper in Cheyenne vs Bozeman.
Mineral revenue. Wyoming generates massive revenue from oil, gas, and coal extraction on state and federal lands. This revenue funds state services, eliminating need for income tax. Montana has some mineral extraction but not enough to fund entire budget. MT relies on income tax (5.9% top rate) to fund schools, roads, healthcare. WY's low taxes are sustainable as long as energy demand continues.
Yes, growing trend. In 2023, 3,472 people moved MT → WY (vs 2,134 WY → MT), net gain of 1,338 for Wyoming. Migration drivers MT → WY: no income tax (save $5,600+ annually), lower property tax, cheaper housing (Cheyenne 52% cheaper than Bozeman). Reverse migration (WY → MT) driven by: better job market (Bozeman tech boom), university towns, cultural amenities.
Montana wins for remote workers: better internet (Bozeman/Missoula fiber), university town culture, outdoor recreation (Glacier, Yellowstone), and growing tech community. Wyoming wins for: $5,600/year tax savings, lower cost of living, and proximity to Denver (1.5 hours). Both have no sales tax (great for online shopping). Choose MT for quality of life. Choose WY for tax savings.