Indiana Trailer Registration Fee Calculator

Registering a utility or boat trailer in Indiana costs $16.35–$72 per year, by net weight. This covers utility, boat, and small cargo trailers pulled behind passenger vehicles — travel trailers/RVs and heavy commercial trailers follow different schedules.

Verified against official Indiana sources on 2026-07-16. How we verify fees.

Your trailer

Model yearVehicle weight (lbs)

Estimated annual cost

$16.35/ year

Registration fee (by weight)
$16.35

One-time fees (first registration)

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 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.

Indiana trailer registration fees by weight (per year)

Trailer weight (net)	Registration fee
Up to 3,000 lbs	$16.35
3,000–9,000 lbs	$25.35
9,000 lbs and over	$72

Fees shown are the Indiana state schedule, verified 2026-07-16. Use the calculator above for an itemized estimate including title and one-time fees.

Good to know

Per the BMV fee chart revised January 2026. Trailers up to 3,000 lbs can get an $82 one-time permanent plate instead.

What determines trailer registration cost in Indiana?

Trailer weight (fee tiers)
Trailer type (utility/boat vs. travel trailer vs. commercial)

Frequently asked questions

Does a small utility trailer need to be registered in Indiana?

Yes — Indiana requires registration and a plate for trailers operated on public roads, including small utility and boat trailers. Farm-use and some very light trailers may qualify for exemptions.

Do travel trailers cost more to register in Indiana?

Usually yes — travel trailers (campers) are typically registered on a separate schedule based on weight or value that runs higher than basic utility trailer fees. This calculator covers standard utility and boat trailers.

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Official Indiana resources

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

Indiana BMV ↗☎ (888) 692-6841 in.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-16.