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New Hampshire Sales Tax (2026)
Permitted: New Hampshire has no general sales tax (state or local).
Official source: revenue.nh.gov →
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Sales Tax in states bordering New Hampshire
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- MaineInfo
5.5% general sales and use tax statewide (Maine Revenue Services rate schedule). Higher special rates apply: prepared food 8%, lodging 9%, short-term auto rental 10%, adult-use cannabis 10%.
Verified Jul 12, 2026 · Source: maine.gov · Full Maine rule →
- MassachusettsInfo
6.25% state sales and use tax on tangible personal property and telecommunications. There is no general local sales tax (a local option applies only to restaurant meals).
Verified Jul 11, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
- VermontInfo
State sales tax is 6% (use tax at the same rate). Municipalities may vote a 1% local option sales tax - in those towns (Burlington, Montpelier, Stowe, and roughly 30 others) the combined rate is 7%.
Verified Jul 19, 2026 · Source: tax.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →
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