Get a state-specific fee estimate before your DMV visit. Select your state, trailer weight class, and purchase price to see title, registration, and tax costs.
Title transfer fees vary dramatically by state — from under $10 in some states to over $100 in others. Here are the states with the lowest and highest title fees for reference.
| State | Title Fee | Annual Reg (est.) | Sales Tax on Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $8.50 | ~$18/yr | 4.225% + local |
| Kentucky | $9.00 | ~$21/yr | 6% |
| Ohio | $15.00 | $16.25/yr | 5.75% + local |
| Tennessee | $13.00 | $21–$43/yr | 7% + local |
| Georgia | $18.00 | $12/yr | 6.6% TAVT (one-time) |
| Texas | $33.00 | $46–$55/yr | 6.25% |
| North Carolina | $52.00 | ~$28/yr | 3% |
| Florida | $75.25 | $15–$43/yr | 6% + local |
| Wisconsin | $69.50 | One-time reg | 5% |
| Pennsylvania | $53.00 | ~$36/yr | 6% |
Most states collect sales or use tax on trailer purchases at the time of title transfer. The rate is applied to your documented purchase price (from your bill of sale). Some states cap the tax or have exemptions for family transfers. Georgia uses a one-time TAVT instead of annual ad valorem tax.
These are estimates based on published state fee schedules as of early 2025. Fees change periodically and county offices may add small processing surcharges. Always confirm the exact total with your county title office before visiting. The estimate is accurate to within $10–20 for most states.
Florida's $75.25 title fee is the standard transfer fee for all vehicles, including trailers. It covers title issuance plus an electronic title filing fee and state service charge. Despite the high title fee, Florida's annual registration fees for small trailers ($14.50/year for under 2,000 lbs) are quite low.
Yes — bonded title applications typically add $5–$15 to the standard title fee, plus you pay the surety bond premium (usually $50–$200 for typical utility trailer values). The calculator includes the bonded title surcharge when you select that transaction type.