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New Hampshire sales tax calculator

New Hampshire has no statewide sales tax. Use the calculator for any local rate that applies.

Pre-tax

$100.00

Sales tax

$0.00

Total

$100.00

How sales tax works in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has no sales tax at all. It does levy a 8.5% meals and rooms tax on prepared food, restaurant meals and lodging, but retail purchases are untaxed — which draws shoppers from neighbouring Massachusetts and Maine.

Rates are the Tax Foundation’s figures as of January 1, 2026. Local rates change and vary by address; confirm the exact figure with the New Hampshire department of revenue or a rate lookup by ZIP code before relying on it.

Method & sources

State base rates come from each state’s department of revenue; average combined (state + local) rates are population-weighted figures published by the Tax Foundation, as of January 1, 2026. Local rates can change every quarter and can differ between neighbouring ZIP codes, so treat the combined rate as an estimate and confirm the exact rate for a delivery address with the state revenue department.

Sales tax is applied to the price after any store discount. Manufacturer coupons and rebates are handled differently from state to state.

Disclaimer: results are estimates for educational purposes only and are not financial, tax or legal advice. Verify important figures with a qualified professional or the official source before making decisions.

Page last updated: October 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does New Hampshire have a sales tax?

New Hampshire has no statewide sales tax. New Hampshire has no sales tax at all. It does levy a 8.5% meals and rooms tax on prepared food, restaurant meals and lodging, but retail purchases are untaxed — which draws shoppers from neighbouring Massachusetts and Maine.

How much is sales tax on $100 in New Hampshire?

At the state level, nothing — New Hampshire does not levy a general sales tax. Any tax comes from specific local or category taxes described above.

How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in New Hampshire?

Divide the tax-included total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 0%, a $100.00 total came from a $100.00 pre-tax price. Use the "Remove tax from a total" mode above.

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