Dealer fee data

Wisconsin car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

5%

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Wisconsin is 5%. Verify any local component for your registration address.

Fees at a glance

State base sales/use tax
5%
Dealer doc fee
$299
Title fee
$165
Registration
$85
Dealer doc fee
$299
Title fee
$165
Registration
$85

How fees work in Wisconsin

State base 5% (county adds 0.5%); doc fee uncapped; $165 title among highest; $85 flat registration.

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in Wisconsin?
The state base car sales/use tax rate in Wisconsin is 5%. Verify any local component for your registration address.
What is the dealer doc fee in Wisconsin?
A typical dealer documentation fee is about $299.
What are the title and registration fees in Wisconsin?
The title fee is about $165. Registration is about $85.

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Figures are estimates for the Wisconsin 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.