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Last updated: April 2026
New Hampshire Income Tax
New Hampshire has no income tax of any kind as of 2025 — wages, salaries, interest, and dividends are all untaxed at the state level.
New Hampshire State Income Tax: What You Need to Know
New Hampshire has no income tax of any kind as of 2025 — wages, salaries, interest, and dividends are all untaxed at the state level.
New Hampshire became a true zero-income-tax state on January 1, 2025, when its Interest and Dividends Tax was fully eliminated. Previously, New Hampshire taxed investment income (interest and dividends) at 5%, though wages and salaries were never taxed. With the elimination of the I&D Tax, New Hampshire now joins Texas, Florida, Nevada, and five other states with no income tax of any kind. New Hampshire funds government primarily through property taxes (among the highest in the nation), business taxes, and consumption taxes. There is no general state sales tax in New Hampshire.
Living in a no-income-tax state gives you an immediate take-home pay advantage compared to workers in high-tax states. A worker earning $80,000 in New Hampshire takes home approximately $6,000–$8,000 more per year than an equivalent worker in California or Oregon.
However, states without income taxes often offset revenue through higher property taxes, sales taxes, or fees. When comparing the overall tax burden between states, consider all taxes — not just income tax.
New Hampshire Take-Home Pay Examples (2026, Single Filer)
Estimates based on standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. Last updated: April 2026.
| Salary | Federal Tax | State Tax | FICA | Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $3,167 | $0 | $3,060 | $33,773 |
| $60,000 | $6,617 | $0 | $4,590 | $48,793 |
| $80,000 | $10,817 | $0 | $6,120 | $63,063 |
| $100,000 | $15,617 | $0 | $7,650 | $76,733 |
Frequently Asked Questions: New Hampshire Taxes
Does New Hampshire have a state income tax?
No. As of January 1, 2025, New Hampshire has no income tax of any kind. The state's Interest and Dividends Tax — which taxed investment income at 5% — was phased out and fully eliminated in 2025. New Hampshire never taxed wages or salaries. Workers in New Hampshire owe only federal income tax and FICA on their earnings.
What happened to the New Hampshire Interest and Dividends Tax?
The New Hampshire Interest and Dividends (I&D) Tax was a 5% tax on investment income — interest and dividend earnings. Governor Chris Sununu and the legislature passed HB 1221 in 2022, which phased down the I&D Tax rate to 4% (2023), 3% (2024), and then 0% (fully eliminated in 2025). New Hampshire is now a zero income tax state for all types of income.
Does New Hampshire have a sales tax?
No. New Hampshire has no general sales tax. Grocery stores, clothing retailers, car dealers, and most other businesses do not charge sales tax. This is a major draw for consumers, especially near the Massachusetts border where residents shop in New Hampshire to avoid Massachusetts's 6.25% sales tax. New Hampshire does tax meals and rooms at 8.5% and motor vehicles at 9% when purchased.
If there's no income or sales tax, how does New Hampshire fund its government?
New Hampshire relies heavily on property taxes — NH property tax rates are among the highest in the nation, often 1.5%–2.5% of home value per year. The state also collects meals and rooms taxes (8.5%), a real estate transfer tax, tobacco taxes, lottery revenue, and business enterprise and profits taxes on businesses. The combination means residents pay more in property taxes but nothing on wages or purchases.
Is New Hampshire a good state for high earners?
Yes. New Hampshire's zero income tax on wages makes it highly favorable for high earners, especially those commuting into Massachusetts for work (though Massachusetts taxes income earned within its borders). Many Boston-area professionals live in southern New Hampshire to avoid Massachusetts's 5% income tax on wages, saving thousands annually. The tradeoff is higher property taxes.
What is New Hampshire's minimum wage in 2026?
New Hampshire's minimum wage is $7.25/hour — the federal floor. New Hampshire has not raised its state minimum above the federal minimum and does not allow localities to set higher local minimums. This is one of the lower wage floors in the Northeast, where most surrounding states have minimums of $13–$16/hour.