New Hampshire Has No Sales Tax
New Hampshire is one of only five states that does not impose a sales tax, giving residents and visitors more purchasing power on every dollar spent.
How New Hampshire Funds Government Without Sales Tax
Without sales tax revenue, New Hampshire relies on other sources. New Hampshire also has no state income tax. The average property tax rate is 1.86% on homes with a median value of $406,600.
New Hampshire eliminated its interest and dividends tax in 2025.
New Hampshire Tax Overview
- Sales Tax
- None (0%)
- State Income Tax
- None
- Avg Property Tax Rate
- 1.86%
- State Minimum Wage
- $7.25/hr
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does New Hampshire have a sales tax? + −
No. New Hampshire 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. New Hampshire eliminated its interest and dividends tax in 2025.
How does New Hampshire fund state services without a sales tax? + −
New Hampshire relies on other revenue sources to fund state services. The state does not have an income tax either, and also generates revenue through property taxes (average rate: 1.86%), excise taxes, fees, and natural resource revenue.
Is New Hampshire a tax-friendly state? + −
New Hampshire's lack of sales tax makes it more tax-friendly for consumer purchases. Combined with no state income tax, New Hampshire has one of the lowest overall state tax burdens in the country. The average property tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $406,600.
Do I need to pay use tax in New Hampshire? + −
Even without a sales tax, some states require a use tax on items purchased out-of-state for use within the state. Check New Hampshire'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 New Hampshire? + −
The average effective property tax rate in New Hampshire is 1.86%. On the median home value of $406,600, this translates to approximately $7,563 per year. Rates vary significantly by county and municipality.