New Hampshire sales tax rate (2026)
New Hampshire has no state or local general sales tax. A $100 purchase costs $100.
New Hampshire sales tax at a glance
| State | New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| State rate | 0% |
| Average local rate | 0% |
| Highest local rate | 0% |
| Average combined rate | 0% |
| Highest combined rate | 0% |
| Rank by average combined rate | 47 of 50 |
Rates: Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (in force July 1, 2026). Local rates change during the year and differ by address, so check the state revenue department's rate lookup before filing a return. Source
What's different in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has no general sales tax. It does charge an 8.5% Meals and Rooms (Rentals) Tax on restaurant meals, hotel stays and car rentals.
New Hampshire vs neighboring states
Average combined rates in the states that border New Hampshire. Buying across the border does not avoid tax on items you bring home: you owe use tax at your home state's rate.
| State | State rate | Avg. combined |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 6% | 6.43% |
| Massachusetts | 6.25% | 6.25% |
| Maine | 5.5% | 5.5% |
| New Hampshire | 0% | 0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Hampshire?
0%. New Hampshire has no state or local general sales tax.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in New Hampshire?
Nothing: a $100 item costs $100.
Do I have to pay use tax in New Hampshire?
No. New Hampshire has no general sales or use tax. If you live in another state and buy in New Hampshire, your home state's use tax may still apply when you bring the item home.