New Hampshire Sales Tax Guide
New Hampshire has no state sales tax. One of the "NOMAD" states — No sales tax (NH, OR, MT, AK, DE).
Do I still need to worry about tax in New Hampshire?
- • Local sales tax: No general local sales tax.
- • Use tax: Businesses may owe use tax on out-of-state purchases used in New Hampshire.
- • Excise taxes: Cars, alcohol, fuel, and lodging typically still have specific taxes.
- • Selling into other states: If you sell nationally, you may still need to register for sales tax in other states where you cross the economic nexus threshold.
New Hampshire Sales Tax Quirks
Rules and rate structures that make New Hampshire different from other states — worth knowing before you register or file.
- New Hampshire has no sales tax — one of 5 NOMAD states.
- New Hampshire does levy a Meals and Rentals Tax (8.5%) on restaurants, hotels, and short-term rentals.
- New Hampshire has no use tax either.
Reference only.
Thresholds and rates change. Verify current values with the New Hampshire Department of Revenue before registering or ignoring a state. Product taxability rules (SaaS, digital goods, services) vary significantly and are not covered here.