Dealer fee data

Massachusetts car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

6.25%

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Massachusetts is 6.25%. Verify any local component for your registration address.

Fees at a glance

State base sales/use tax
6.25%
Dealer doc fee
$459
Title fee
$75
Registration
$60
Dealer doc fee
$459
Title fee
$75
Registration
$60

How fees work in Massachusetts

Rate 6.25%; doc fee uncapped (~$459).

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in Massachusetts?
The state base car sales/use tax rate in Massachusetts is 6.25%. Verify any local component for your registration address.
What is the dealer doc fee in Massachusetts?
A typical dealer documentation fee is about $459.
What are the title and registration fees in Massachusetts?
The title fee is about $75. Registration is about $60.

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Figures are estimates for the Massachusetts state base rate and typical fees. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value, weight, or age. Trade-in tax credits and special vehicle regimes are not reflected.

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