Ohio Vehicle Sales Tax & Title Fees by County (2026)
Ohio car sales tax runs 6.5% to 8% by county, the title fee is $18 (or $23 in a few counties), and E-Check emissions applies only in 7 northeast Ohio counties— Cleveland's area, not Cincinnati or Dayton. Find your county below.
Verified July 2026 from the Ohio Department of Taxation and BMV.
| County | Sales tax | Title fee | E-Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler | 6.5% | $18 | No |
| Lorain | 6.5% | $18 | Yes |
| Stark | 6.5% | $18 | No |
| Clermont | 6.75% | $18 | No |
| Medina | 6.75% | $18 | Yes |
| Summit | 6.75% | $18 | Yes |
| Warren | 6.75% | $18 | No |
| Delaware | 7% | $18 | No |
| Lake | 7.25% | $23 | Yes |
| Mahoning | 7.5% | $18 | No |
| Montgomery | 7.5% | $18 | No |
| Lucas | 7.75% | $18 | No |
| Hamilton | 7.8% | $18 | No |
| Cuyahoga | 8% | $18 | Yes |
| Franklin | 8% | $18 | No |
Frequently asked questions
Does Ohio car sales tax vary by county?
Yes. Ohio's vehicle sales tax is 5.75% state plus a county permissive tax, for a combined 6.5% to 8% depending on your county of residence. It's charged at your home county's rate.
Why is the Ohio title fee $23 in some counties?
The base title fee is $18, but counties can adopt an extra $5, making it $23. Only a few counties (including Lake) charge $23.
Which Ohio counties require emissions (E-Check)?
Only 7 northeast Ohio counties: Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, and Summit. Cincinnati and Dayton are NOT included, and no county requires a safety inspection.