Vermont Title Transfer Fee Calculator
Transferring a vehicle title in Vermont costs $42 in title fees — but the real cost of a private-party purchase is usually the tax: 6% Purchase & Use tax on the greater of your price or the J.D. Power clean trade-in value. Budget the tax on top of the title and plate fees, and transfer within the state's deadline to avoid penalties.
Verified against official Vermont sources on 2026-07-17. How we verify fees.
Your purchase
- Tax on sale6% Purchase & Use tax on the greater of your price or the J.D. Power clean trade-in value.$2,100.00
- Title fee$42.00
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 Vermont?
- Purchase price (tax basis)
- Title fee ($42)
- Tax on private-party sales
- Family/gift exemptions
Frequently asked questions
How much does a title transfer cost in Vermont?
The title fee itself is $42. 6% Purchase & Use tax on the greater of your price or the J.D. Power clean trade-in value. Use the calculator above with your purchase price for the full picture.
Do I pay sales tax on a private-party car purchase in Vermont?
Yes — 6% Purchase & Use tax on the greater of your price or the J.D. Power clean trade-in value.
Are family transfers or gifted vehicles taxed in Vermont?
True gifts — no payment, no lienholder — are exempt between spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, and grandchild (Form VT-014).
How long do I have to transfer a title in Vermont?
Register within 15 days of purchase; tax and title are due at registration.
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Official Vermont resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.