Missouri Vehicle Tax & Fee Calculator
Estimate your real out-the-door price in Missouri with state tax, county surtax, title, and registration fees itemized.
Missouri Out-the-Door Calculator
How Missouri vehicle taxes and fees are calculated
Missouri's base state tax rate is low (4.225%), but local city/county taxes push totals to 6–9% depending on location. Kansas City and St. Louis metro buyers typically pay 7.5–9% combined.
Missouri vehicle tax quick-reference
| Vehicle tax rate | 4.225% state + local (total typically 6–9%) |
| Trade-in credit | Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied |
| Title fee | $9 |
| EV / hybrid fee | $75/yr EV fee |
| Tax authority | Missouri Dept. of Revenue |
Missouri sales tax on vehicles
This calculator uses the 4.225% state + local (total typically 6–9%) rate for Missouri. Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied. Exact local rates vary by county and municipality. For more information, see Missouri duplicate title and temporary tag process.
Title and registration fees in Missouri
Title fees in Missouri are $9 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: $75/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 Missouri Dept. of Revenue.
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