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New Hampshire
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New Hampshire Program Overview
Property Tax-Aide features one statewide program for low-to-moderate income New Hampshire homeowners and one program for older adults, which is administered at the county level. They are the Low & Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief and the Elderly Exemption.
The information on this page is updated as new information becomes available by the relevant tax agencies.
The Low & Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief Program
The State of New Hampshire has enacted a law enabling property owners to receive relief of the state education portion of their property tax bill.
Eligibility
- Single with adjusted gross income equal to or less than $37,000; or Married or head of NH household with adjusted gross income less than or equal to $47,000
- Own a homestead that must pay the State Education Property Tax
- Has resided in that homestead on April 1 of the year for which the claim is made
Application Deadline
Claim must be postmarked no earlier than May 1, 2024, and no later than June 30, 2024.
Required Documentation
This completed claim must be submitted with copies of:
- Your 2023 federal income tax return
- The entire actual final 2023 property tax bill indicating assessed value (this is the tax bill that was mailed to you between October and December of 2023 in most cases)
- Your trust document if property is held by a trust and any explanatory statements, if necessary.
Resources & How to Apply
For more information, please visit the Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief webpage
Or call contact the NH Department of Revenue at (603) 230-5920.
Elderly Exemption
Each municipality has adopted an elderly exemption. The amount of the exemption and the specific criteria (asset and income limits) to qualify are determined locally within statutory requirements. The exemption may be granted for a different dollar amount determined by the city or town to persons from age 65 up to 75; 75 up to 80; and 80 years old or older. The approved exemption is deducted from the amount of the property owner’s total assessed value prior to the calculation of tax due.
Eligibility
- Applicant must have resided in New Hampshire for at least 3 consecutive years preceding April 1 in the year which exemption is claimed.
- The property must be owned by a resident or held jointly with resident’s spouse, either of whom meets the age requirement for the exemption, when they have been married for at least five years.
- Combined net income in the prior year from all sources shall be determined by the city or town. Such amount cannot be less the $13,400 for a single person or $20,400 for married persons.
- The net income shall be determined by deducting all the money received from life insurance paid on the death of an insured, expenses and costs incurred in the course of conducting a business enterprise and the sale of assets.
- Net assets on December 31 in the calendar year preceding April 1 shall be determined by the city or town. Net assets excluded good faith encumbrances and the vales of the actual residence and up to 2 acres of land. Such amount cannot be less than $35,000.
Application Deadline
- Application, Form PA-29, must be filed with the municipal assessing officials of the city/town where the exemption is being requested by April 15 preceding the setting of the tax rate.
- If you are applying for a tax exemption for the 2024 property taxes, which are due no earlier than December 1, 2024, you have until April 15, 2025 to file the application.
- The municipal assessing official has until July 1 to send notice of their decision.
Required Documentation
Be prepared to provide the following documentation at the time of application:
- List of assets, value of each asset, net encumbrances and net value of each asset
- Current year tax return
- Bank statements
- Brokerage statements
- Stock valuations
- Dividends & interest statements
- 1099rs, 1099SSA
- VA disability payments
- W2 or other earned income
- 401Ks & IRAs
- Vehicle worth, and any other property held besides the primary residence.
Resources & How to Apply
For additional questions, please contact your municipal assessing official, which can found at: Municipality Directory
For more information and to see reports on the income and asset limits set forth by each town, city, and unincorporated place, see https://www.revenue.nh.gov/taxes-glance/tax-credit-programs/exemptions-and-veterans-tax-credits
Take the Next Step
Take the first step toward property tax relief — use the resources below to find application links or contact your local tax authority for help.
Your state accepts digital and mailed applications
Property Tax-Aide has independently selected the property tax relief programs featured on this website that we think are the most relevant and beneficial to older adults. It is not an exhaustive list of all property tax relief programs available in each state. Please consult your local tax agency for a comprehensive listing of property tax relief programs in your area.