New Hampshire Paycheck Calculator
See exactly what you take home after federal taxes, Social Security, and Medicare. Updated for 2026.
Why New Hampshire Has No State Income Tax
New Hampshire is one of nine states with no state income tax. Workers in New Hampshire pay only federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) on their wages — nothing extra to the state. This means every dollar you earn is taxed only at the federal level, resulting in meaningfully higher take-home pay compared to most other states.
The no-income-tax status makes New Hampshire particularly attractive for high-income earners and retirees. With federal taxes already significant, eliminating the state layer can save $2,000–$15,000+ per year depending on income level.
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What taxes do New Hampshire workers actually pay?
New Hampshire W-2 employees only have three taxes withheld: federal income tax (10%–37% depending on bracket), Social Security at 6.2% on the first $184,500 of wages, and Medicare at 1.45% on all wages (plus 0.9% on wages above $200,000). There is no New Hampshire state income tax withholding on paychecks and no New Hampshire individual income tax return to file.
New Hampshire freelancers and 1099 contractors pay federal income tax plus self-employment tax of 15.3% — covering both halves of Social Security and Medicare. Half of self-employment tax is deductible from federal adjusted gross income. New Hampshire's lack of state income tax makes it one of the most financially advantageous states for self-employed workers.
New Hampshire paycheck tips for 2026
- No income tax on wages: New Hampshire has no tax on wages or salaries. As of 2025, New Hampshire also eliminated its 3% tax on interest and dividend income, making it fully income-tax-free.
- No sales tax: New Hampshire also has no state sales tax — making it one of only two states (with Alaska) that has neither an income tax nor a sales tax.
- Property taxes: NH funds schools and local services heavily through property taxes. New Hampshire has some of the highest property tax rates in the nation, averaging around 1.9–2.2% effective rate.
- Commuter note: If you live in NH but work in Massachusetts, Massachusetts will tax your income from Massachusetts sources. This 'commuter tax' has been contentious but was upheld by courts.