Maryland Moped Registration Fee Calculator
Registering a moped or motor scooter in Maryland has no single published statewide fee — the confirmed charges are itemized below. A moped-specific license or permit is available (a full driver's license also works). Liability insurance is required.
Verified against official Maryland sources on 2026-07-27. How we verify fees.
Your moped
- Certificate of title$40.00
- License plate$5.00
- Moped license / permit$30.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-27.
Maryland moped fees (2026)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Certificate of title | $40 |
| License plate | $5 |
| Moped license / permit | $30 |
Fees shown are the Maryland state schedule, verified 2026-07-27. Use the calculator above for an itemized estimate including title and one-time fees.
Good to know
- Maryland defines a moped as having an engine of 50cc or less, a top speed of 30 mph or less. Exceed any one of those and the vehicle is legally a motorcycle in Maryland — a different (usually higher) fee, and typically a motorcycle license, title, and insurance.
- Maryland does not register mopeds — instead you title the vehicle and display a $5 decal.
- The title fee doubled from $20 to $40 in 2024, and titling tax rose from 6% to 6.5%.
- A moped operator's permit is $30 new / $25 renewal if you don't hold a driver's license.
What determines moped registration cost in Maryland?
- State registration fee
- Engine size / top speed (moped vs. motorcycle)
- Title fee
- License or endorsement class
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a license for a moped in Maryland?
You need either a regular driver's license or Maryland's moped-specific license/permit ($30). The minimum age is 16.
How much does it cost to register a moped in Maryland?
Maryland publishes no single statewide moped registration fee — confirmed costs include a $40 certificate of title, a $5 plate fee, a $30 license/permit. See the notes on this page for exactly what's verified.
Is a 50cc scooter a moped in Maryland?
Maryland defines a moped as having an engine of 50cc or less, a top speed of 30 mph or less. Exceed any one of those and the vehicle is legally a motorcycle in Maryland — a different (usually higher) fee, and typically a motorcycle license, title, and insurance.
Do you have to wear a helmet on a moped in Maryland?
All riders must wear a helmet and eye protection in Maryland.
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Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-27.