No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay
New Hampshire does not impose a state income tax on earned income, military pay, or military retirement pay.
State BenefitNew HampshireTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against revenue.nh.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — New Hampshire
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Varies (no state income tax on earnings)
- Where it applies
- New Hampshire
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay?
No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay is a New Hampshire tax benefits benefit for veterans, active duty, national guard, reservists, spouses, survivors, dependents. New Hampshire does not impose a state income tax on earned income, military pay, or military retirement pay. The listed value is Varies (no state income tax on earnings).
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Active Duty
- National Guard
- Reservists
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- New Hampshire residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
All residents. NH does not impose a state income tax on earned income (W-2 wages, military pay, military retirement pay). The Interest and Dividends Tax was repealed effective for tax periods beginning on or after January 1, 2025 (per HB 2 signed in 2023). TSP distributions are not taxed.
How to apply for No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay
How to claim
No application needed -- automatic.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- revenue.nh.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay
Who qualifies for No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay?
No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay is for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents; available to any veteran; new hampshire residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay worth?
The listed value is Varies (no state income tax on earnings). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify No State Income Tax on Earned Income or Military Pay?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other New Hampshire Tax Benefits
- Standard Veterans' Property Tax Credit$50-$750/year (varies by municipality)$50 credit (up to $750 in some municipalities) off annual property tax for wartime veterans.
- Disabled Veterans' Property Tax Credit$700-$5,000/year (varies by municipality)$700 credit (up to $5,000 in some municipalities) off annual property tax for permanently and totally disabled veterans.
- Specially Adapted Homestead Full Property Tax ExemptionFull property tax exemptionComplete exemption from all property taxes for 100% P&T disabled (or blind, paraplegic, double-amputee) veterans with VA-adapted homes.