Sales tax United States · Rates as of 1 July 2026
New Mexico Sales Tax Rate (2026)
New Mexico sales tax is 4.88% statewide; with city and county taxes the average combined rate is 7.68%. Use the calculator to add or remove tax from any price.
New Mexico sales tax calculator
Your exact rate depends on the city and county of the sale; enter it above if you know it.
How New Mexico sales tax works
New Mexico levies a gross receipts tax on businesses, usually passed on to buyers, which also applies to many services.
To calculate it, multiply the price by the rate: tax = price × 7.68 ÷ 100. A $40 purchase at the average combined rate carries $3.07 tax, for $43.07 in total. To strip tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1.0768.
New Mexico sales tax on common amounts
| Price | Tax at 4.88% (state) | Tax at 7.68% | Total at 7.68% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.49 | $0.77 | $10.77 |
| $25.00 | $1.22 | $1.92 | $26.92 |
| $50.00 | $2.44 | $3.84 | $53.84 |
| $100.00 | $4.88 | $7.68 | $107.68 |
| $250.00 | $12.20 | $19.20 | $269.20 |
| $500.00 | $24.40 | $38.40 | $538.40 |
| $1,000.00 | $48.80 | $76.80 | $1,076.80 |
New Mexico vs neighbouring states
| State | State rate | Avg. combined | Tax on $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 4.88% | 7.68% | $7.68 |
| Arizona | 5.6% | 8.54% | $8.54 |
| Utah | 6.1% | 7.42% | $7.42 |
| Colorado | 2.9% | 7.89% | $7.89 |
| Oklahoma | 4.5% | 9.06% | $9.06 |
| Texas | 6.25% | 8.2% | $8.20 |
States with a similar sales tax to New Mexico
Comparing places to shop, work or move? These states have the closest average combined rate to New Mexico's 7.68%.
- Georgia sales tax (7.56%)
- South Carolina sales tax (7.49%)
- Ohio sales tax (7.29%)
- Minnesota sales tax (8.14%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Mexico?
The New Mexico state sales tax rate is 4.88%. Local taxes add an average of 2.8%, for an average combined rate of 7.68%.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in New Mexico?
At the state rate, $4.88 (total $104.88). At the average combined rate, $7.68 (total $107.68).
How do I calculate New Mexico sales tax?
Multiply the price by the rate as a decimal. Example: $50 × 7.68% = $3.84. To remove tax from a total, divide by (1 + rate): $100 ÷ 1.0768 = $92.87 before tax.
Is New Mexico sales tax high?
New Mexico ranks #17 of 50 states for average combined sales tax (1 = highest). The population-weighted US average combined rate is about 7.5%.
Sources
- Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (rates as of 1 July 2026; local rates are population-weighted averages).
- State departments of revenue for statewide rates and exemptions.
Rates change. Always confirm the exact rate for a specific address with the relevant tax authority before filing or invoicing.