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New Mexico Sales Tax (GRT) Calculator 2026

New Mexico GRT is 5.125% state + local (Albuquerque ~7.63%). Use the calculator for instant estimates—free, no signup.

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Override local rates (optional)

Use this on state pages when you only know the base state rate. City pages should use the prefilled local breakdown.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for New Mexico.

Effective Tax Rate: 5.130%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$5.13
Total Price$105.13

Rate Breakdown

State5.125%
County0.000%
City0.000%
Special District0.000%
Base combined5.130%
Total5.130%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. Optionally adjust county and city rates if you know your local breakdown.
  3. Tax = Price × (Total Rate / 100); total = Price + Tax.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate using the combined GRT rate:

  • Total Rate: State (5.125%) + County + City
  • Tax Amount: Price × (Total Rate / 100)
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

New Mexico Sales Tax (GRT) Calculator 2026

New Mexico uses a Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) instead of a traditional sales tax. The state rate is 5.125%; counties and cities add local rates. Albuquerque's combined rate is about 7.63%. Use the calculator above for instant estimates or our city pages for exact combined rates—free, no signup.

New Mexico Sales Tax (GRT) Structure (2026)

New Mexico uses the Gross Receipts Tax (GRT). The state rate is 5.125%. Counties and municipalities add local GRT, so combined rates vary (e.g., Albuquerque ~7.63%).

  • State GRT: 5.125%
  • County/city add-ons: vary by location
  • Typical combined rate: ~6% to ~8% (Albuquerque ~7.63%)

Sales Tax Rates for Major New Mexico Areas

Use city pages for the most accurate combined rate.

AreaExample combined rateCalculator
Albuquerque~7.63%Albuquerque Sales Tax Calculator
Santa Fe~8.31%—
Las Cruces~7.63%—

How to Find Your Exact New Mexico GRT Rate

Combined rates vary by location. Use the calculator above with your known local rates, or look up your rate on the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department (Gross Receipts Tax). For Albuquerque: Albuquerque Sales Tax Calculator, or browse New Mexico tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the New Mexico sales tax rate in 2026?

New Mexico uses the Gross Receipts Tax (GRT). The state rate is 5.125%; combined rates vary by location (Albuquerque ~7.63%).

Q:Is New Mexico sales tax the same in every city?

No. The state GRT is 5.125%; counties and municipalities add local GRT, so combined rates vary.

Q:Are groceries taxed in New Mexico?

Groceries (food for home consumption) and prescription drugs are generally exempt from New Mexico GRT.

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Albuquerque, New Mexico?

Albuquerque's combined GRT rate in 2026 is approximately 7.63% (state plus local).