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HEAD-TO-HEAD TAX COMPARISON · 2026

COUNTRY A Wyoming VS COUNTRY B New Hampshire

Side-by-side analysis of income tax, effective rates, and take-home pay for Wyoming and New Hampshire in 2026.

Daniel · CountryTaxCalc Updated June 2026 Tax Comparison 2026
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OVERVIEW
Wyoming and New Hampshire are two of the most popular no-income-tax states in the US — and this comparison is the purest possible between them: income tax is not the differentiator, since both states have 0%. The real trade-off is property tax versus sales tax. New Hampshire has no sales tax — one of only five US states to offer the exemption, and the only no-income-tax state with no sales tax at all. But New Hampshire's property tax averages approximately 2.04%, the 3rd-highest in the US. Wyoming has a 5.36% combined sales tax but an exceptionally low property tax of approximately 0.57% — one of the lowest in the country. The math depends heavily on your situation: a homeowner with a $600,000 home pays approximately $3,420 in property tax in Wyoming but approximately $12,240 in New Hampshire — a difference of approximately $8,820/year. A shopper spending $50,000/year on taxable goods pays approximately $2,680 in Wyoming vs $0 in New Hampshire — a difference of approximately $2,680/year. For most homeowners at moderate to high home values, Wyoming's property tax advantage far exceeds New Hampshire's sales tax advantage. For renters or those with very modest homes who spend heavily, New Hampshire's sales tax exemption can tip the balance. Both states have no income tax, no capital gains tax, and no estate tax — making this comparison purely about property and sales taxes.
Section 01

The Big Picture

Top-line rates and effective take-home for a typical earner — including income tax, social contributions, and applicable surcharges.
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COUNTRY A
Wyoming
TAX RATE
0%
No Income Tax — Lowest Property Tax of the No-Tax States
No income tax; no capital gains tax; 4% state sales tax (~5.36% combined average); property tax ~0.57% average (among the lowest in the US); no estate tax; mineral revenues fund government services
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COUNTRY B
New Hampshire
TAX RATE
0%
No Income Tax AND No Sales Tax — But High Property Tax
No income tax (Interest & Dividends Tax repealed January 1, 2025); no sales tax (one of five states with no general sales tax — unique among no-income-tax states); property tax ~2.04% average (3rd-highest in the US); no estate tax; no capital gains tax; property tax is the primary state revenue source
TYPICAL ANNUAL DIFFERENCE
Moving from New Hampshire → Wyoming at Both states have 0% income tax; comparison is property tax vs sales tax; homeowners with $400K+ homes save significantly in Wyoming
Varies by situation — property owners favour Wyoming; renters favour NH
That's Property tax savings of $490–$900/month in Wyoming on $400K–$600K homes vs NH; sales tax savings of ~$200/month in NH on $40K/year spending back in your pocket
Section 02

Tax Savings by Income Level

Net take-home after all income tax, social contributions, and surcharges — for a single employee with no dependents.
GROSS INCOME
🦬 WY TAX
⛰️ NH TAX
SAVINGS
10-YEAR
$50,000 (renter)
$0 income tax; $0 property tax (renting); ~$1,340 sales (5.36% × $25K spending) = ~$1,340 total direct taxes
$0 income tax; $0 property tax (renting); $0 sales tax = ~$0 total direct state taxes
NH advantage for renters: ~$1,340/yr in sales tax savings at $50K. Wyoming: sales tax on consumer purchases is the only direct state tax burden.
NH saves ~$13,400 vs WY at $50K renter scenario
$100,000 (owner, $350K home)
$0 income tax; ~$1,995 property (0.57% × $350K home); ~$1,608 sales (5.36% × $30K) = ~$3,603 total
$0 income tax; ~$7,140 property (2.04% × $350K home); $0 sales tax = ~$7,140 total
WY saves ~$3,537/yr at $100K income with $350K home — property tax savings ($5,145) exceed sales tax ($1,608) by $3,537/yr
$35,370
$200,000 (owner, $600K home)
$0 income tax; ~$3,420 property (0.57% × $600K home); ~$2,144 sales (5.36% × $40K) = ~$5,564 total
$0 income tax; ~$12,240 property (2.04% × $600K home); $0 sales tax = ~$12,240 total
WY saves ~$6,676/yr at $200K income with $600K home — property savings ($8,820) far exceed sales tax costs ($2,144)
$66,760
$300,000 (owner, $900K home)
$0 income tax; ~$5,130 property (0.57% × $900K home); ~$2,680 sales (5.36% × $50K) = ~$7,810 total
$0 income tax; ~$18,360 property (2.04% × $900K home); $0 sales tax = ~$18,360 total
WY saves ~$10,550/yr at $300K income with $900K home — property savings ($13,230) far exceed sales tax costs ($2,680)
$105,500
$500K capital gain
$0 state capital gains tax (Wyoming has no income or capital gains tax)
$0 state capital gains tax (New Hampshire repealed the Interest & Dividends Tax January 1, 2025; all income including investment income is now fully exempt from NH state tax)
Both states have $0 capital gains tax — equal on this dimension
Equal — neither state taxes capital gains
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Wyoming Pros & Cons

+ PROS
  • Dramatically lower property tax — Wyoming's ~0.57% effective rate vs New Hampshire's ~2.04% is the defining financial difference between these two no-income-tax states; on a $600,000 home, Wyoming saves approximately $8,820/year in property taxes; on a $900,000 home, approximately $13,230/year
  • Mineral revenues reduce reliance on resident taxes — Wyoming's oil, gas, and coal revenues fund government services, allowing both low income and low property taxes; New Hampshire's government relies almost entirely on property taxes (the highest per capita in the US)
  • Jackson Hole proximity — Wyoming's Teton County offers world-class ski and outdoor lifestyle with no income, no sales, and very low property tax (though Jackson Hole home prices are very high at $1.2M+ median)
  • No estate tax — Wyoming and New Hampshire both have no state estate tax; equal on this dimension
  • No capital gains tax — both states are equal; neither taxes capital gains at the state level
− CONS
  • Sales tax — Wyoming collects ~5.36% combined sales tax; New Hampshire has no sales tax at all; for a household spending $50,000/year on taxable goods, New Hampshire saves approximately $2,680/year vs Wyoming on consumer purchases
  • Remote western location — Wyoming's geography is more isolated than New Hampshire's; New Hampshire's southern tier (Manchester, Nashua) sits within commuting range of Boston and 4–5 hours from NYC; Wyoming's cities are far from major metros
  • Cold climate similar to New Hampshire — Wyoming winters are harsh; both states have cold winters, but New Hampshire offers Boston-area proximity that Wyoming cannot match
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New Hampshire Pros & Cons

+ PROS
  • No sales tax — New Hampshire is one of only five US states with no general sales tax and the only no-income-tax state to also have no sales tax; residents pay $0 on consumer purchases, vehicle purchases, and most goods; a family spending $40,000/year saves approximately $2,144/year vs Wyoming
  • Boston proximity — New Hampshire's southern cities (Manchester, Nashua, Portsmouth) are 45–90 minutes from Boston; residents access Boston's world-class healthcare, career networking, international airports, and professional ecosystem while paying no income or sales tax
  • Both no income tax — since the Interest and Dividends Tax repeal on January 1, 2025, New Hampshire has no income tax on any income type; both states are fully equal on income tax
  • Northeast lifestyle with maximum tax savings — New Hampshire offers genuine New England lifestyle (mountains, coastline, fall foliage, Boston proximity) that Wyoming's Mountain West cannot replicate
− CONS
  • 3rd-highest property tax in the US — New Hampshire's ~2.04% effective rate is the highest in New England and 3rd-highest nationally; on a $500,000 home, approximately $10,200/year vs approximately $2,850 in Wyoming — a difference of approximately $7,350/year
  • Property tax is the primary revenue source — New Hampshire funds its government almost entirely through property taxes, making it structurally dependent on high property tax rates; without income or sales tax revenues, New Hampshire has few alternatives to high property tax
  • Individual town rates vary widely — New Hampshire's property tax rates range from approximately 0.9% (some resort towns) to over 2.5% (some rural municipalities); buyers must research specific town rates carefully before purchasing
  • Higher total tax burden for homeowners — for any homeowner with a home valued above approximately $150,000, Wyoming's property tax advantage begins to outweigh New Hampshire's sales tax advantage
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do both Wyoming and New Hampshire have no income tax?

Yes. Both Wyoming and New Hampshire have 0% income tax on wages, salaries, investment income, capital gains, and retirement distributions as of 2026. New Hampshire's last income-adjacent tax — the Interest and Dividends Tax (3%) — was fully repealed effective January 1, 2025. Wyoming has never had an income tax. Both states are equal on income taxation, and neither taxes capital gains at the state level.

What is the main difference between Wyoming and New Hampshire taxes?

The primary difference is property tax versus sales tax. New Hampshire has no sales tax but a very high property tax (~2.04% average — 3rd-highest in the US). Wyoming has a moderate combined sales tax (~5.36%) but a very low property tax (~0.57%). Homeowners with homes valued above approximately $150,000–$200,000 generally pay less total tax in Wyoming. Renters who spend heavily on taxable goods generally pay less in New Hampshire.

Which is better for homeowners — Wyoming or New Hampshire?

Wyoming is significantly better for most homeowners. On a $400,000 home: Wyoming property tax is approximately $2,280/year; New Hampshire approximately $8,160/year — a difference of approximately $5,880/year. Even accounting for Wyoming's combined sales tax (~$1,600–$2,000/year for most households), Wyoming saves most homeowners $3,000–$8,000+/year on total state tax burden. The property tax advantage grows with home value: on a $700,000 home, Wyoming saves approximately $10,290/year in property tax alone.

Which is better for renters — Wyoming or New Hampshire?

New Hampshire is generally better for renters and low-property-tax-exposure households. Renters who pay no direct property tax can take full advantage of New Hampshire's 0% sales tax. A renter spending $35,000/year on taxable goods saves approximately $1,875/year vs Wyoming. However, some economists argue that landlords partially pass property taxes to renters through higher rents — so the real comparison for renters is less clear-cut than the headline numbers suggest.

Does New Hampshire have a sales tax?

No. New Hampshire is one of five US states with no general sales tax (along with Alaska, Delaware, Montana, and Oregon). New Hampshire is unique in combining no sales tax with no income tax — the only no-income-tax state to also have no sales tax. Wyoming does have a state sales tax (4%) with a combined average (state + local) of approximately 5.36%. This is the key trade-off: New Hampshire's 0% sales tax vs Wyoming's ~5.36% combined rate, offset by New Hampshire's dramatically higher property tax.

Is New Hampshire's property tax higher than Wyoming's?

Yes, significantly. New Hampshire's effective property tax rate averages approximately 2.04% — the 3rd-highest in the US. Wyoming's averages approximately 0.57% — one of the lowest in the nation. On a $500,000 home: New Hampshire costs approximately $10,200/year in property tax; Wyoming approximately $2,850/year — a difference of approximately $7,350/year. This property tax gap is the dominant financial reason most homeowners choosing between these two no-income-tax states prefer Wyoming.

Is Jackson Hole, Wyoming a good no-tax alternative to New Hampshire?

Jackson Hole (Teton County, Wyoming) is attractive for high earners seeking outdoor lifestyle with no income and very low property tax. Wyoming's statewide property tax is ~0.57%, and Teton County's effective rate is among the lowest in Wyoming due to high assessed values and low mill rates. However, Teton County median home prices exceed $1.2M+ — meaning even at 0.57%, absolute property tax costs are significant. Compared to New Hampshire's 2.04%, even a $1.5M Jackson Hole home costs approximately $8,550/year vs $30,600/year at NH rates — a dramatic difference.
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