How Much Does It Cost to Register a Boat in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, boat registration is handled by the Massachusetts Environmental Police and renews every 2 years. The fee is based on boat length — from $44 for the smallest class up to $110 for the largest per cycle. Non-motorized craft like kayaks and canoes are generally exempt (check local rules for sailboats). Boats with motors — including trolling motors on otherwise unpowered craft — almost always require registration.
Cost by boat size
| Boat | Per year | One-time (title etc.) |
|---|---|---|
| 14-ft motorboat | $22.00 | $27.50 |
| 20-ft motorboat | $33.00 | $27.50 |
| 28-ft motorboat | $44.00 | $27.50 |
| Kayak/canoe (no motor) | Free — exempt from registration | |
- Boats 14 ft+ used with a motor are titled ($27.50 one-time).
- Boater-education proof is required for all motorboat/PWC operators starting April 2026.
Estimate your exact Massachusetts cost
Your boat
- Registration fee (by length)$66 per 2-year cycle$66.00
- Title fee$27.50
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
All figures computed from official fee schedules — sources: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles-fees — last reviewed 2026-07-16.