New Hampshire Sales Tax Calculator 2026

New Hampshire has no state sales tax. Use our calculator to compare rates across states and estimate taxes on purchases.

By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology

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Groceries (food for home)
Clothing

Total Tax

$0.00

Total with Tax

$100.00

Combined Rate

0.000%

Tax Breakdown

State Tax (0.00%)$0.00
Local Tax (0.00%)$0.00
Total Sales Tax$0.00
Total with Tax$100.00

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

New Hampshire Sales Tax Guide

New Hampshire is one of the few states with no general sales tax. The statewide rate is 0%, and because the state does not authorize local sales taxes, no county or town can add one either. A purchase rings up at the sticker price, whether you are buying a laptop in Nashua or a winter coat in Concord, which is a large part of why border-town retailers draw shoppers from neighboring states.

A handful of targeted taxes do exist, but they are not a sales tax in the usual sense. The state applies a meals and rooms tax to prepared food, restaurant meals, and hotel stays, and there are separate excise taxes on items like tobacco and motor fuel. For everyday retail goods, however, there is no checkout tax to calculate, no exemption list to memorize for groceries or prescriptions, and no use tax on what you carry home from out of state.

New Hampshire Sales Tax Details (2026)

State Sales Tax Rate None
Local Sales Taxes No
State Income Tax None
Avg. Property Tax Rate 1.35%

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New Hampshire Sales Tax FAQ

What is the sales tax rate in New Hampshire?
It is 0%. New Hampshire imposes no statewide general sales tax and does not permit cities or counties to add a local one, so the combined rate everywhere in the state is zero. Retail goods are sold at their listed price with no tax added at the register.
Are groceries and prescriptions taxed in New Hampshire?
No, and not because of a special exemption. Since there is no general sales tax at all, groceries, prescription drugs, clothing, and other retail goods are simply untaxed at checkout. The one common exception people notice is restaurant meals, which fall under the state's separate meals and rooms tax rather than a sales tax.
Do I owe use tax on things I buy out of state and bring to New Hampshire?
No. A use tax is the companion to a sales tax, and New Hampshire has neither. Goods you order online or buy in another state and bring home are not subject to a New Hampshire use tax. You may still owe tax to the state where the seller is located, depending on that state's rules.
What is the meals and rooms tax, and is it a sales tax?
It is a separate excise the state applies to restaurant meals, prepared food, and short-term lodging like hotel rooms. It is administered by the state's Department of Revenue Administration and is not a general sales tax, so it does not touch ordinary retail purchases such as electronics, furniture, or clothing.

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