Dealer fee data

Pennsylvania car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

6%

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Pennsylvania is 6%. Verify any local component for your registration address.

Fees at a glance

State base sales/use tax
6%
Dealer doc fee
$490
Title fee
$58
Registration
$39
Dealer doc fee
$490
Title fee
$58
Registration
$39

How fees work in Pennsylvania

State base 6% (Allegheny +1%, Philly +2%); doc fee CPI-capped $490 (online).

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in Pennsylvania?
The state base car sales/use tax rate in Pennsylvania is 6%. Verify any local component for your registration address.
What is the dealer doc fee in Pennsylvania?
A typical dealer documentation fee is about $490.
What are the title and registration fees in Pennsylvania?
The title fee is about $58. Registration is about $39.

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Figures are estimates for the Pennsylvania 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.