Palm Beach County, FL Vehicle Registration & Title Fees (2026)
Car title and registration fees in Palm Beach County are the same as everywhere in Florida — a title is $77.25 (new) or $85.25 (used), plus registration and plate fees. What's specific to Palm Beach is the tax: Palm Beach County adds a 0.5% discretionary sales surtax on top of the 6% state tax — but only on the first $5,000 of the price, so it adds at most $25.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What you'll pay in Palm Beach County
- Title fee (statewide): $77.25 new / $85.25 used (electronic)
- Annual registration (statewide): $14.50–$32.50 by vehicle weight
- State sales tax on purchase: 6% of the full price
- Palm Beach County surtax: 0.5% (max $25)
Palm Beach's surtax dropped to 0.5% on January 1, 2026 (a new school surtax replaced the expired 1% infrastructure surtax).
Where to go in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County processes title and registration through its county-run Tax Collector offices (pbctax.gov), acting as an agent for FLHSMV. Small local service fees may apply per transaction. Use our Florida title transfer calculator to estimate the full cost including tax.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to register a car in Palm Beach County?
The base fees are statewide — a title is $77.25–$85.25 plus $14.50–$32.50 registration. On a purchase you also pay 6% state sales tax and Palm Beach County's 0.5% surtax (max $25).
What is the sales tax on a car in Palm Beach County, FL?
6% Florida state tax on the full price, plus Palm Beach County's 0.5% surtax on the first $5,000 (max $25).
Is car registration cheaper in Palm Beach County than other Florida counties?
The state fees are identical statewide. Palm Beach County's surtax is 0.5%, versus 0%–1.5% across Florida counties.