New Hampshire Cannabis Tax Rate
No Legal Cannabis MarketAdministering Agency: New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration · Updated for 2026
No legal adult-use retail market Combined effective cannabis tax (excise + state sales + local)
Tax Breakdown
| Tax | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State Cannabis Excise Tax | 0% | No state excise |
| State Sales Tax | 0% | Applies to medical and adult-use sales |
| Typical Local Sales Tax | 0% | Average — actual rate varies by city/county |
| Local Cannabis Business Tax | Up to 0% | City-level cannabis-specific tax where allowed |
Official source: New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration ↗ · rates compiled 2026-08-11 · verify current rates at the source before filing.
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How Medical Cannabis Is Taxed
New Hampshire has no state sales tax and the Therapeutic Cannabis Program is untaxed.
New Hampshire Cannabis Tax Notes
New Hampshire has no state sales tax. The Therapeutic Cannabis Program is untaxed. No adult-use retail market.
City Cannabis Tax Rates in New Hampshire
Cities in New Hampshire can layer their own cannabis business tax on top of state taxes. Here are the reported rates for major cities:
| City | City Cannabis Tax | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| No city-level cannabis business tax reported. | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cannabis tax rate in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire does not have a legal adult-use cannabis retail market, so no recreational cannabis excise tax applies. New Hampshire has no state sales tax. The Therapeutic Cannabis Program is untaxed. No adult-use retail market.
Does New Hampshire exempt medical cannabis from tax?
New Hampshire has no state sales tax and the Therapeutic Cannabis Program is untaxed.
How much is the state cannabis excise tax in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire does not currently impose a state-level cannabis excise tax.
Which agency administers cannabis tax in New Hampshire?
Cannabis tax in New Hampshire is administered by the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration. Licensed retailers file returns and remit taxes on a regular schedule.