Maryland Car Sales Tax Calculator
The state vehicle sales tax rate in Maryland is 6% — a mid-range in the US. Estimate the tax due and out-the-door total for any car price below.
State rate only This is the state vehicle tax. County/city taxes, title, registration and documentation fees are extra and vary by locality — verify the total with your DMV.
Note State rate only; county/city taxes, title and registration fees are extra — verify with your DMV. 6% vehicle excise (titling) tax based on total purchase price or book value.
Maryland car sales tax by price (at 6%)
| Car price | State tax | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|
| $15,000 | $900 | $15,900 |
| $25,000 | $1,500 | $26,500 |
| $40,000 | $2,400 | $42,400 |
| $60,000 | $3,600 | $63,600 |
Out-the-door = price + state tax only. Local tax, title, registration and doc fees are extra.
How to estimate car sales tax in Maryland
- 01 Enter your negotiated vehicle price.
- 02 Add any trade-in value — note that Maryland taxes the full price regardless.
- 03 The 6% Maryland state rate is pre-filled — add your local rate for a closer number — and read the tax and out-the-door total.
Frequently asked questions
What is the car sales tax rate in Maryland?
The Maryland state vehicle sales tax rate is 6%. 6% vehicle excise (titling) tax based on total purchase price or book value. This is the state rate only — many counties and cities add local sales tax on top, and title, registration and documentation fees are separate.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Maryland?
At the Maryland 6% state rate, a $30,000 car has about $1,800 in state sales tax (before any local tax), for an out-the-door figure of roughly $31,800 plus DMV fees. A $40,000 car would be about $2,400 in state tax.
Does a trade-in reduce car sales tax in Maryland?
Maryland's 6% excise titling tax is based on the total price; only a like-kind dealer trade-in reduces it in limited cases, so treat the full price as taxable.
Are county and city taxes included in this Maryland estimate?
No. This shows the Maryland state rate only of 6%. Local county, city and district taxes are added on top in most states, and title, registration and documentation fees are separate. Your final out-the-door price depends on where the car is registered — always confirm with your DMV.
Do I pay Maryland car sales tax where I buy or where I live?
You generally pay vehicle sales/use tax based on where the car is registered — your home state and address — not where the dealership is. Buying in a lower-tax state does not avoid your home state's tax when you register the car.
Is this Maryland car sales tax calculator free?
Yes — it is completely free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded anywhere.
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