The New Hampshire bonus tax calculator at the top of this page helps employers quickly estimate employee take-home pay (also known as net pay) for bonuses.
Behind the numbers
Behind the numbers
Updated: July 12, 2025
Does New Hampshire tax bonuses?
No, the state of New Hampshire does not tax earned wages or bonuses (It only taxes dividends and interest.) That said, bonuses are subject to withholding from the Internal Revenue Service.
How to calculate bonus tax in New Hampshire
To figure out how much the employee bonus should be taxed, apply federal withholding only — no state tax is due. The tool at the top of this page runs the numbers for you.
How can employers in New Hampshire pay bonuses to employees?
Bonuses can be paid via:
- Check
- Direct deposit
- Pay card
How do bonuses work in New Hampshire?
Bonuses are treated like any other wages for federal reporting but are exempt from state income tax.
Why are bonuses taxed differently than standard pay?
They aren’t — for payroll purposes, New Hampshire applies no state income tax on wages or bonuses.
How much tax is taken out of a bonus in New Hampshire?
22% federal withholding, including FICA and Medicare.