Is there sales tax on groceries in New Hampshire?
Quick answer
New Hampshire has no general state sales tax, so groceries are untaxed at the state level.
New Hampshire has no general state sales tax, so groceries are not taxed at the state level.
Rule summary
How New Hampshire treats each category.
| Grocery food (home consumption) | Not taxed by the state |
|---|---|
| Prepared and restaurant food | Not taxed by the state |
| Candy and soft drinks | Not taxed by the state |
| Prescription medicine | Exempt |
Source: New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration · rates as published for 2026
This page summarizes the general rule. Every state writes exceptions for specific products, and local jurisdictions can differ from the state treatment. Confirm your situation with the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in New Hampshire
What a taxable purchase actually costs in New Hampshire.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is there sales tax on groceries in New Hampshire?
- New Hampshire has no general state sales tax, so groceries are untaxed at the state level.
- Is prepared food taxed differently than groceries in New Hampshire?
- Yes. New Hampshire treats hot, ready-to-eat and restaurant food as a taxable retail sale even where unprepared grocery food is exempt or reduced.
- Are prescription drugs taxable in New Hampshire?
- No. Prescription medicine is exempt from sales tax in New Hampshire.
More New Hampshire guides
Other New Hampshire rules that change the total.