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New Hampshire
Tax Burden Comparison (Your Current State vs. New State)
Moving from Kansas to New Hampshire would LOWER your total state and local tax burden from 11.2% of income to 9.6% of income — a drop of -1.6 pts. On a $100K household budget, that is roughly 1600 in annual savings across income, sales, property, and other taxes combined.
Income Tax Changes (Top Rate & Structure)
New Hampshire has NO state income tax on wages, compared to Kansas's top rate of 5.58%. High earners typically save thousands per year on wage income by moving. Note that property tax or sales tax may be higher in New Hampshire to offset.
Sales Tax Changes (State & Local Combined)
New Hampshire has NO state sales tax (one of only 5 states). Combined rate: 0.00% (local only where applicable).
Property Tax Changes (Median Effective Rate)
New Hampshire median effective property tax rate is 1.93% of home value. On a $400,000 home, that is roughly $7,720/year. Property tax typically funds schools, municipalities, and county services — rates vary sharply within a state by school district.
Vehicle Tax Changes (if applicable)
New Hampshire imposes annual vehicle property or ad valorem tax. Expect a recurring annual assessment based on the vehicle's value or registration class, in addition to one-time sales tax at purchase. Budget for this ongoing cost.
Estate & Inheritance Tax (planning for heirs)
New Hampshire has NO state estate tax and NO state inheritance tax. Heirs are subject only to federal estate tax (over $13.99M in 2025). This is favorable for wealth transfer.
Retirement Income Treatment (Social Security, Pensions, 401k)
In New Hampshire: Social Security is not taxed. Pensions and 401(k)/IRA withdrawals are not taxed. Since New Hampshire has no state income tax, no state-level tax applies to any retirement income.
Capital Gains Treatment
New Hampshire capital gains treatment: No state capital gains tax. Interest & Dividends Tax fully phased out as of 2025.. Compare to federal long-term capital gains rates (0%, 15%, or 20%) — some states offer preferential treatment for long-term holdings, while others tax capital gains as ordinary income.
Gas Tax Changes
New Hampshire gas tax is 23.8¢/gal — 0.2¢/gal lower than Kansas's 24.0¢/gal. For a 15,000 mile/year driver getting 25 mpg, each 1¢/gal of gas tax = about $6/year.
Establishing Residency & Domicile Rules
New Hampshire residency rules: Domicile + physical presence. No statutory residency rule. To establish residency for tax purposes, typical steps include: update driver's license and vehicle registration, register to vote, file a homestead declaration, close home-state bank accounts where possible, and spend clearly more than 183 days in your new state. If your former state is aggressive (e.g., CA, NY, NJ, OR), keep documentation of every day spent in each state.
Recent Tax Law Changes
New Hampshire recent tax law changes: Interest & Dividends Tax (3% in 2024) fully repealed effective Jan 1, 2025. New Hampshire now has no state-level income tax of any kind.
Official State Tax Source
For the most current tax information in New Hampshire, visit the official source at https://www.revenue.nh.gov/. Tax laws change annually; verify rates and rules before making a permanent move. Consult a CPA for advice specific to your situation.
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This guide compares total state and local tax burdens for a typical household and is general guidance only — not tax, legal, or financial advice. Individual tax liability depends on income level, filing status, property value, retirement status, and more. Before making a permanent move, consult a CPA or tax attorney. Tax burden figures draw on Tax Foundation, WalletHub, Kiplinger, and official state revenue sources using 2024–2025 data where available.