New Mexico sales tax calculator
New Mexico’s state rate is 4.875%; the typical combined rate with local taxes is about 7.62%. Add or remove sales tax from any amount below.
Pre-tax
$100.00
Sales tax
$7.62
Total
$107.62
How sales tax works in New Mexico
New Mexico levies a gross receipts tax rather than a sales tax; it applies to services as well as goods and is imposed on the seller. The state rate is 4.875% and local add-ons bring most areas to 7%–8.5%.
Rates are approximate and current as of the 2024–2025 tax years. Local rates change and vary by address; confirm the exact figure with the New Mexico department of revenue or a rate lookup by ZIP code before relying on it.
Sales tax on common amounts in New Mexico (at 7.62%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Mexico?
New Mexico's statewide base rate is 4.875%. With average local (city and county) taxes added, the typical combined rate is about 7.62%. Your exact rate depends on the address of the sale.
How much is sales tax on $100 in New Mexico?
At the 7.62% average combined rate, sales tax on $100 is about $7.62, for a total of $107.62. At the 4.875% state rate alone it is $4.88.
Does New Mexico charge local sales tax on top of the state rate?
Yes. Cities, counties or special districts in New Mexico add local sales tax, which is why the average combined rate (7.62%) is higher than the 4.875% state rate.
How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in New Mexico?
Divide the tax-included total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 7.62%, a $107.62 total came from a $100.00 pre-tax price. Use the "Remove tax from a total" mode above.