Dealer fee data

Ohio car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

5.75%

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Ohio is 5.75%. Verify any local component for your registration address.

Fees at a glance

State base sales/use tax
5.75%
Dealer doc fee
$398
Title fee
$15
Registration
$31
Dealer doc fee
$398
Title fee
$15
Registration
$31

How fees work in Ohio

State base 5.75%; county adds 0.75–2.25%; doc fee CPI-capped approx. $398.

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in Ohio?
The state base car sales/use tax rate in Ohio is 5.75%. Verify any local component for your registration address.
What is the dealer doc fee in Ohio?
A typical dealer documentation fee is about $398.
What are the title and registration fees in Ohio?
The title fee is about $15. Registration is about $31.

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Figures are estimates for the Ohio 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.