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.
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
- May 12, 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
- 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 The Interest and Dividends Tax was repealed effective for tax periods beginning on or after January 1, 2025 (per HB 2 signed in 2023).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: May 12, 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.
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Other New Hampshire Tax Benefits
Standard Veterans' Property Tax Credit
$50 credit (up to $750 in some municipalities) off annual property tax for wartime veterans.
$50-$750/year (varies by municipality)
Disabled Veterans' Property Tax Credit
$700 credit (up to $5,000 in some municipalities) off annual property tax for permanently and totally disabled veterans.
$700-$5,000/year (varies by municipality)
Specially Adapted Homestead Full Property Tax Exemption
Complete exemption from all property taxes for 100% P&T disabled (or blind, paraplegic, double-amputee) veterans with VA-adapted homes.
Full property tax exemption
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