Vermont Car Registration Renewal Cost
Renewing a typical car's registration in Vermont costs about $91 per year in state fees (a 3-year-old gas car). Use the calculator for your own car; every fee comes from Vermont's official schedule (last reviewed October 7, 2026).
| Registration (1 year) | $91 |
|---|---|
| Renewal total | $91 |
Estimate of state renewal fees only. Your renewal notice shows the exact amount, including local fees.
What you pay when you renew in Vermont
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) | $91 |
|---|---|
| Renewal total | $91 |
- Tax is on the higher of price or J.D. Power clean trade-in value.
How Vermont sets the registration fee
- Total = tax + title + lien + warranty fee + registration + vanity plate
How to renew in Vermont
Renew online, by mail or in person with the Vermont motor vehicle agency. The renewal notice shows the exact amount, including any county or city fees, and what you need (usually proof of insurance). Official source: dmv.vermont.gov.
Buying a car in Vermont instead?
The first registration also includes the title and sales tax: see the Vermont car sales tax calculator and the Vermont title transfer cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to renew a car registration in Vermont?
About $91 per year in state fees for a typical 3-year-old gas car (Registration (1 year) $91). Tax is on the higher of price or J.D. Power clean trade-in value.
How often do you renew your registration in Vermont?
Every year for a standard passenger car.
Do electric cars pay more to renew in Vermont?
Yes, about $87 more at each renewal, a fee that replaces the gas tax EV owners don't pay.