New Hampshire income tax in 2026
Good news for New Hampshire workers: there is no state income tax on wages, so your paycheck is only reduced by federal taxes and FICA.
What to know about taxes in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has never taxed wages, and its tax on interest and dividends was fully repealed in 2025. It also has no general sales tax, making it one of the lowest-tax states for households.
- Property taxes are among the highest in the country.
- Many residents commute to Massachusetts, where they owe Massachusetts income tax on those wages.
Largest cities: Manchester, Nashua, Concord.
Take-home pay in New Hampshire by salary
What common salaries look like after taxes in New Hampshire for a single filer.
| Salary | Take-home / year | Per month | Bi-weekly | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $26,285 | $2,190 | $1,011 | 12.4% |
| $40,000 | $34,320 | $2,860 | $1,320 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 | $42,355 | $3,530 | $1,629 | 15.3% |
| $60,000 | $50,390 | $4,199 | $1,938 | 16.0% |
| $70,000 | $58,075 | $4,840 | $2,234 | 17.0% |
| $80,000 | $65,110 | $5,426 | $2,504 | 18.6% |
| $90,000 | $72,145 | $6,012 | $2,775 | 19.8% |
| $100,000 | $79,180 | $6,598 | $3,045 | 20.8% |
| $120,000 | $93,250 | $7,771 | $3,587 | 22.3% |
| $150,000 | $113,791 | $9,483 | $4,377 | 24.1% |
| $200,000 | $148,927 | $12,411 | $5,728 | 25.5% |
Where your taxes go
- Take-home pay$50,39084.0%
- Federal income tax$5,0208.4%
- Social Security$3,7206.2%
- Medicare$8701.5%
- Federal income tax ($5,020). Charged on $43,900 of taxable income after the standard deduction, with a top rate of 12% on your last dollar.
- Social Security ($3,720). 6.2% of wages up to $184,500. It funds retirement and disability benefits.
- Medicare ($870). It funds hospital insurance for people aged 65 and over, at 1.45% of your pay.
- State income tax ($0). New Hampshire does not tax wages.
How New Hampshire compares with other states
New Hampshire ranks #1 of 51 for take-home pay on $60,000, tied with 7 other states. The gap between the best state (Florida) and the worst (Oregon) is $4,401 a year.
Top 5, your state and bottom 5. Single filer, no pre-tax contributions.
How a 401(k) changes your paycheck
Traditional 401(k) contributions come out of your paycheck before income tax, so saving for retirement costs you less than the amount you put in.
| Contribution | Saved per year | Take-home pay | Per month | Income tax saved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| None | $0 | $50,390 | $4,199 | — |
| 3% | $1,800 | $48,806 | $4,067 | $216 |
| 6% | $3,600 | $47,222 | $3,935 | $432 |
| 10% | $6,000 | $45,110 | $3,759 | $720 |
| 15% | $9,000 | $42,470 | $3,539 | $1,080 |
Single vs married filing jointly
Here is the same salary for a single-income married couple filing jointly, compared with a single filer.
| Single | Married, one income | |
|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,020 | $2,840 |
| State income tax | $0 | $0 |
| Social Security + Medicare | $4,590 | $4,590 |
| Take-home pay | $50,390 | $52,570 |
Filing jointly would add $2,180 a year ($182 a month) to this household's take-home pay.
What this salary buys you
With $4,199 arriving each month, here is a realistic budget split.
- $60,000 is 62% of the median household income in New Hampshire ($96,838).
- With the 30% rule, a comfortable rent is up to $1,500 per month.
- That is 4.0 times the New Hampshire minimum wage of $7.25/hour.
Frequently asked questions
Does New Hampshire have a state income tax?
No. New Hampshire does not tax wages, so only federal taxes are withheld from your paycheck.
What is the income tax rate in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.
How much is $60,000 after tax in New Hampshire?
A single filer earning $60,000 takes home about $50,390 a year, or $4,199 per month.
What is the minimum wage in New Hampshire?
The minimum wage in New Hampshire is about $7.25 per hour.
How is my New Hampshire paycheck calculated?
We subtract federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%) from your gross pay.
Figures use 2026 IRS federal brackets, the standard deduction, Social Security and Medicare rates, and each state's income tax rules for a W-2 employee. Read our methodology. Last updated September 25, 2026. Estimates for information only, not tax advice.