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Free New Hampshire Car Sales Tax Calculator

Work out the New Hampshire car sales tax on a new or used car. New Hampshire has no sales tax on cars. Your town or city charges a registration permit fee based on the list price and model year, not the purchase price.

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No sales tax (town permit fee instead).
More options: rebate, dealer fees, state rules
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Doc fees are taxable in many states. Leave at 0 if unsure.
Estimated tax
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Taxable amount$30,000.00
Tax$0.00
Total due (before title and registration)$30,000.00
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New Hampshire car sales tax rules

  • Tax type: No sales tax (town permit fee instead)
  • Rate used in the calculator: none
  • Local taxes: Your town or city charges a registration permit fee based on the list price and model year, not the purchase price.
  • Trade-in credit: Not applicable; there is no sales tax.
  • Manufacturer rebates: Not confirmed by the state source; the calculator taxes the price before the rebate, the more cautious choice.
  • Also note: The permit fee is 18 mills ($18 per $1,000) of list price for a current-year model, falling for older cars.
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Other costs when you buy a car

On top of the tax, expect title, registration and plate fees, and a dealer documentation fee. Check whether the car fits your budget with the car affordability calculator, or compare with a lease.

Frequently asked questions

How much is sales tax on a car in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has no sales tax on cars. Your town or city charges a registration permit fee based on the list price and model year, not the purchase price.

How much tax will I pay on a $30,000 car in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire charges no sales tax on the purchase itself; the permit fee is 18 mills ($18 per $1,000) of list price for a current-year model, falling for older cars.

Does a trade-in reduce car sales tax in New Hampshire?

Not applicable; there is no sales tax.

Do local taxes apply to cars in New Hampshire?

Your town or city charges a registration permit fee based on the list price and model year, not the purchase price.

Sources

Rules last reviewed 2026-11-11. Estimates only; the dealer or your state motor vehicle agency calculates the final amount.

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