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Title fees by state: starting amounts for a used-car sale
The starting title fee DMS Apex puts on a new sale in every state and DC, as a reference for dealers.
Last checked November 14, 2026
Title fees are set by each state and change from time to time. These are the starting amounts DMS Apex uses on a new sale. You can change the fee on any deal.
| State | Starting title fee |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $16.50 |
| Alaska | $15 |
| Arizona | $4 |
| Arkansas | $10 |
| California | $28 |
| Colorado | $0 |
| Connecticut | $25 |
| Delaware | $35 |
| District of Columbia | $30 |
| Florida | $75.25 |
| Georgia | $18 |
| Hawaii | $10 |
| Idaho | $14 |
| Illinois | $165 |
| Indiana | $15 |
| Iowa | $35 |
| Kansas | $10 |
| Kentucky | $9 |
| Louisiana | $68.50 |
| Maine | $33 |
| Maryland | $200 |
| Massachusetts | $75 |
| Michigan | $15 |
| Minnesota | $8.25 |
| Mississippi | $9 |
| Missouri | $8.50 |
| Montana | $12.36 |
| Nebraska | $10 |
| Nevada | $28.25 |
| New Hampshire | $35 |
| New Jersey | $60 |
| New Mexico | $0 |
| New York | $50 |
| North Carolina | $66.75 |
| North Dakota | $5 |
| Ohio | $18 |
| Oklahoma | $11 |
| Oregon | $101 |
| Pennsylvania | $72 |
| Rhode Island | $53.50 |
| South Carolina | $15 |
| South Dakota | $10 |
| Tennessee | $14 |
| Texas | $33 ($28 in some counties) |
| Utah | $6 |
| Vermont | $42 |
| Virginia | $15 |
| Washington | $40 |
| West Virginia | $15 |
| Wisconsin | $214.50 |
| Wyoming | $15 |
Rules change and have exceptions. This table summarizes the rules DMS Apex uses to work out a standard used-car sale and is not legal or tax advice. Confirm current requirements with your state agency or an accountant, and re-check every January.
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