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.
DMV / Registration Fees
| Title Transfer | $15 |
| License Plate Fee | $31 |
| Registration (Base) | $31 |
Insurance Requirements
County Tax Rates
Total vehicle sales tax = state rate + county rate
Ownership costs for popular models in Ohio
Every purchase in Ohio carries a 5.75% state sales tax, about $1,230/yr average insurance, and a 6.39% typical new-car loan APR. Open any model below to see its pre-filled 5-year cost of ownership tuned to Ohio.
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