HELENA, Mont., Sept. 9 -- Montana Governor issued the following press release:
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana's labor force reached a record high of more than 577,800 people in 2025. According to the Montana Department of Labor and Industry's 2026 Labor Day Report, the statewide average annual wage reached a record $62,290 in 2025, growing at the second-fastest rate in the nation and marking the third consecutive year where wage growth exceeded inflation.
"The 2026 Labor Day Report reveals another strong year for Montana's workforce and economy," Gov. Gianforte said. "Wages are at record highs, our labor force is growing, and the unemployment rate is at near record lows while we remain committed to making it easier for Mon...