New Hampshire Nanny Tax Calculator
Estimate your total employer costs for hiring a nanny in New Hampshire. Enter your nanny's pay below for a personalized tax breakdown.
New Hampshire employer tax rates at a glance
Social Security
6.2%
employer share
Medicare
1.45%
employer share
FUTA
0.6%
on first $7,000
NH SUTA
0.1% - 7.5%
new employer rate range
Key facts for New Hampshire household employers
- Minimum wage: $7.25/hour (federal) (compare nationwide)
- No state income tax — simpler payroll
- No income tax on wages
- Uses federal minimum wage
New Hampshire nanny tax FAQ
How does the calculator estimate New Hampshire nanny taxes?
The calculator estimates the full employer cost for a household employee in New Hampshire: federal FICA (15.3% combined, split between you and your employee), federal FUTA (0.6% effective on the first $7,000), and New Hampshire SUTA (0.1% - 7.5%). New Hampshire has no state income tax, disability, or PFL programs that affect household payroll, which keeps the calculation simpler than in many other states. Numbers update for tax year 2026 and reflect the 2026 FICA threshold of $3,000.
Does New Hampshire require state income tax withholding from a nanny's paycheck?
New Hampshire has no state income tax. There is nothing to withhold from your nanny's paycheck on the state side. You still owe federal FICA, FUTA, and Schedule H, plus New Hampshire's unemployment insurance obligations.
What's the minimum hourly rate I can pay a nanny in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire uses the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour for household employees. Some local ordinances may set a higher floor — verify your city or county. FLSA overtime (1.5x for hours over 40 in a week) applies to most household employees, with a narrow exception for live-in nannies who are FLSA-exempt from overtime (but not from minimum wage).
Does New Hampshire add disability or paid family leave premiums?
No. New Hampshire does not require state disability insurance or paid family leave for household employees. Your obligations are the federal baseline (FICA, FUTA, Schedule H) plus New Hampshire state unemployment insurance.
Why does my New Hampshire nanny's net pay differ from the calculator total?
In New Hampshire, the gross-to-net difference comes from federal FICA (6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare = 7.65% withheld from the employee), any federal income tax your nanny chose to have withheld. Your share — the employer FICA match and FUTA + SUTA — sits on top of the gross, not subtracted from it. The calculator separates "employer cost" (your total outlay) from "employee net pay" (what lands in their bank account).
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual tax obligations may vary. Always verify current rates with your state's tax agency or consult a qualified tax professional.
Learn more
New Hampshire Tax Guide
Full compliance requirements for NH household employers.
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New Hampshire Nanny Contract
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Complete Tax Guide
Everything you need to know about nanny taxes.
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