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Idaho Title Transfer Fee Calculator

Transferring a vehicle title in Idaho costs $14 in title fees — but the real cost of a private-party purchase is usually the tax: 6% state sales tax on the purchase price, collected when you title. A small county admin fee also applies. Budget the tax on top of the title and plate fees, and transfer within the state's deadline to avoid penalties.

Verified against official Idaho 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
      6% state sales tax on the purchase price, collected when you title. A small county admin fee also applies.
      $2,100.00
    • Title fee
      $14.00
    One-time total: $2,114.00

    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 Idaho?

    • Purchase price (tax basis)
    • Title fee ($14)
    • Tax on private-party sales
    • Family/gift exemptions

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does a title transfer cost in Idaho?

    The title fee itself is $14. 6% state sales tax on the purchase price, collected when you title. A small county admin fee also applies. Use the calculator above with your purchase price for the full picture.

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

    Yes — 6% state sales tax on the purchase price, collected when you title. A small county admin fee also applies.

    Are family transfers or gifted vehicles taxed in Idaho?

    Gifts with no payment are exempt (Form ST-133GT), and family sales within the second degree — parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, sibling by blood or adoption — are exempt with Form ST-133.

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

    Title within 30 days of purchase; the late penalty is $20.

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    Official Idaho resources

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

    Idaho DMV (ITD) ↗☎ (208) 584-4343itd.idaho.gov — fee source ↗tax.idaho.gov — fee source ↗

    Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.