What is the car sales tax in Wisconsin?

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Wisconsin is 5%. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top of this rate.

What is the dealer doc fee in Wisconsin?

A typical dealer documentation (doc) fee in Wisconsin is about $299.

What are the title and registration fees in Wisconsin?

The title fee in Wisconsin is about $165. Registration is about $85.

Dealer fee data

Wisconsin car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

This is the Wisconsin state base rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top.

Fees at a glance

State 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%. Local taxes can add more.
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.