New Mexico sales tax at a glance
New Mexico levies a gross receipts tax on sellers (state rate 4.875%) with a broad base that includes many services; local add-ons reach about 4.56%.
| State sales tax rate | 4.875% |
| Average local rate | 2.8% |
| Average combined rate | 7.675% |
| Highest combined rate | 9.44% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
New Mexico sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 7.675% | Total at 7.675% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.49 | $0.77 | $10.77 |
| $50 | $2.44 | $3.84 | $53.84 |
| $100 | $4.88 | $7.68 | $107.68 |
| $500 | $24.38 | $38.38 | $538.38 |
| $1,000 | $48.75 | $76.75 | $1,076.75 |
Also see the New Mexico paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Mexico?
The New Mexico state sales tax rate is 4.875%. Local taxes add an average of 2.8%, for an average combined rate of 7.675%; the highest combined rate in the state is 9.44%.
Are groceries taxed in New Mexico?
Groceries are exempt from the New Mexico state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in New Mexico?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 7.675%, a $100 purchase adds $7.68 in tax for a total of $107.68.