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Ohio Vehicle Cost Guide 2026
Ohio has a 5.75% state sales tax on vehicle purchases. Most counties add 0.5% to 1.5% local sales tax, bringing the typical total to 7% to 8%. Ohio does not offer a state EV tax credit, and EVs registered in the state pay an additional $100 annual registration fee starting in 2026. E-check emissions testing is required in seven northeast Ohio counties. Insurance rates are among the lowest in the Midwest.
State Sales Tax
5.75%
Vehicle purchases
Avg. Annual Insurance
$1,230
Full coverage
EV Tax Credit
$0
State-level
Registration Fee
$31
Annual
DMV / Registration Fees
| Title Transfer | $15 |
| License Plate Fee | $31 |
| Registration (Base) | $31 |
Insurance Requirements
No-Fault State: No
Inspection Required: Yes
Minimum Coverage:
Bodily Injury: $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident
Property Damage: $25,000
Uninsured Motorist: $25,000/$50,000
County Tax Rates
Cuyahoga2.25%
Franklin1.25%
Hamilton2.00%
Summit1.50%
Montgomery1.75%
Total vehicle sales tax = state rate + county rate
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