Manchester, CT Car Tax & Registration (2026)
In Manchester (Hartford County), the annual motor-vehicle tax uses a 32.46-mill rate, which is the statewide 32.46-mill cap — about $341 on a $15,000 car (70% of value × the mill rate). Connecticut's 6.35% vehicle sales tax at purchase is uniform statewide; only the annual town tax varies.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What you'll pay in Manchester
- Motor-vehicle mill rate: 32.46 (at the 32.46 cap)
- Annual tax on a $15,000 car: $341
- Sales tax at purchase: 6.35% (7.75% over $50,000), statewide
- Registration: $120 + state fees (statewide)
How the town tax works
Connecticut has no county government — your car is taxed by the town where it's garaged. The bill is the car's market value × 70% (the assessment ratio) × Manchester's 32.46 mill rate ÷ 1,000. Manchester is at the statewide 32.46-mill cap, so it charges the maximum — the same as every other capped town. For your exact bill, check the Manchester Assessor. Estimate the purchase cost on our Connecticut title & tax page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the car tax in Manchester, CT?
About $341 a year on a $15,000 car, using Manchester's 32.46 mill rate on 70% of the car's value. A pricier car owes proportionally more.
Is Manchester at the motor-vehicle mill-rate cap?
Yes — Manchester is at the statewide 32.46-mill cap, so it charges the maximum car tax allowed.
What's the sales tax on a car in Manchester?
6.35% (or 7.75% if the price is over $50,000) — Connecticut's statewide rate. There's no local sales tax, so it's the same in every town; only the annual property tax differs.