Maryland Car Registration Renewal Cost
Renewing a typical car's registration in Maryland costs about $120.50 per year in state fees (a 3-year-old gas car). Use the calculator for your own car; every fee comes from Maryland's official schedule (last reviewed October 7, 2026).
| Registration (1 year) | $120.50 |
|---|---|
| Renewal total | $120.50 |
Estimate of state renewal fees only. Your renewal notice shows the exact amount, including local fees.
What you pay when you renew in Maryland
A renewal repeats only the yearly registration charges. The title fee, any transfer fee, new plates and the sales tax are paid once, when you buy or first register the car.
| Registration (1 year) | $120.50 |
|---|---|
| Renewal total | $120.50 |
- Minimum taxable value is $640.
How Maryland sets the registration fee
- Registration = annual fee by weight x years
- Total = tax + title + registration + ZEV surcharge + emissions + doc fee
How to renew in Maryland
Renew online, by mail or in person with the Maryland motor vehicle agency. The renewal notice shows the exact amount, including any county or city fees, and what you need (usually proof of insurance and, where required, a current inspection). Official source: mva.maryland.gov.
Buying a car in Maryland instead?
The first registration also includes the title and sales tax: see the Maryland car sales tax calculator and the Maryland title transfer cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to renew a car registration in Maryland?
About $120.50 per year in state fees for a typical 3-year-old gas car (Registration (1 year) $120.50). Minimum taxable value is $640.
How often do you renew your registration in Maryland?
Every year for a standard passenger car.