Maine Vehicle Tax & Fee Calculator
Estimate your real out-the-door price in Maine with state tax, county surtax, title, and registration fees itemized.
Maine Out-the-Door Calculator
How Maine vehicle taxes and fees are calculated
Maine applies a 5.5% sales tax to vehicle purchases with full trade-in deduction allowed. Maine's relatively simple tax structure makes OTD calculations straightforward compared to high-surtax states.
Maine vehicle tax quick-reference
| Vehicle tax rate | 5.5% sales tax |
| Trade-in credit | Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied |
| Title fee | $33 |
| EV / hybrid fee | $35/yr EV fee |
| Tax authority | Maine Revenue Services |
Maine sales tax on vehicles
This calculator uses the 5.5% sales tax rate for Maine. Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied. Exact local rates vary by county and municipality. For more information, see Maine duplicate title and temporary tag process.
Title and registration fees in Maine
Title fees in Maine are $33 for a standard vehicle. Registration fees vary by vehicle weight, plate type, and in some counties, local surcharges. EV and hybrid owners should also budget for the annual road-use fee: $35/yr EV fee.
All values are estimates for informational purposes only and may not reflect the exact amounts charged in your county or city. Always verify with Maine Revenue Services.
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