Relocation guide

Relocating to New Hampshire

New Hampshire has no tax on wages or salaries and no general sales tax, drawing Boston-area commuters and remote workers — property taxes are the main trade-off.

0%
State income tax
~1.93%
Avg. property tax
~0%
Avg. combined sales tax

0% on wages — no general sales tax; interest and dividends were fully exempt from state tax after 2025. Figures are estimates that vary by county and situation — not tax advice.

Why people move to New Hampshire

No tax on wages

Salaries and earned income are not taxed at the state level.

No general sales tax

New Hampshire has no broad sales tax on most goods (meals, lodging, and some services are taxed separately).

Boston proximity

Southern NH offers a lower-tax base within commuting distance of Greater Boston.

Watch property taxes

Effective property-tax rates (~1.93%) are among the higher no-income-tax options — budget for local school and municipal levies.

Housing in New Hampshire's major metros

Approximate median price per square foot. See what your budget buys vs. your current city.

Manchester — $310/sq ft

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Typical annual living costs in New Hampshire

Rough averages that vary by usage, climate, age, and coverage — compare two states side by side in the calculators.

$3.10
Gas / gallon
$1,700
Home heating / yr
$2,600
Auto insurance / yr (2 cars)
$140
Vehicle registration / yr (2 cars)
$1,101
Home insurance / yr (3-bed est.)
$7,200
Health insurance / yr

New Hampshire relocation FAQ

Does New Hampshire tax wages?

No. Wages and salaries are not subject to state income tax.

Does New Hampshire have a sales tax?

There is no general sales tax on most purchases, though meals, lodging, and some services carry separate taxes.

See your numbers for New Hampshire

Estimate your income- and property-tax savings over 30 years, then talk to us about handling the move and the IT setup so you're running on day one.

Set up your new state

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