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Alaska Title Transfer Fee Calculator

Transferring a vehicle title in Alaska costs $15 in title fees — but the real cost of a private-party purchase is usually the tax: No state sales tax — some boroughs and cities (Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, Wrangell) levy small local sales taxes that can apply to vehicle sales. Budget the tax on top of the title and plate fees, and transfer within the state's deadline to avoid penalties.

Verified against official Alaska sources on 2026-07-17. How we verify fees.

Your purchase

Estimated annual cost
$0.00/ year
    One-time fees (first registration)
    • Tax on sale
      No tax on private-party vehicle sales
      $0.00
    • Title fee
      $15.00
    One-time total: $15.00

    Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.

    What determines title transfer cost in Alaska?

    • Purchase price (tax basis)
    • Title fee ($15)
    • Tax on private-party sales
    • Family/gift exemptions

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does a title transfer cost in Alaska?

    The title fee itself is $15. No state sales tax — some boroughs and cities (Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, Wrangell) levy small local sales taxes that can apply to vehicle sales. Use the calculator above with your purchase price for the full picture.

    Do I pay sales tax on a private-party car purchase in Alaska?

    No — Alaska does not charge sales/use tax on private-party vehicle sales, one of the few states that doesn't.

    Are family transfers or gifted vehicles taxed in Alaska?

    There's no state vehicle sales tax to exempt — gifts and family transfers pay the same $15 title fee as anyone else.

    How long do I have to transfer a title in Alaska?

    Title the vehicle in your name within 30 days of the sale. Alaska publishes no late-transfer penalty, but you can't register or legally drive until it's done.

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    Official Alaska resources

    Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.

    Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles ↗☎ (907) 269-5551dmv.alaska.gov — fee source ↗

    Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.