Wyoming Car Registration Renewal Cost
Renewing a typical car's registration in Wyoming costs about $318 per year in state fees (a 3-year-old gas car). Use the calculator for your own car; every fee comes from Wyoming's official schedule (last reviewed October 7, 2026).
| State registration | $30 |
|---|---|
| County registration3% × factory price × 30% | $288 |
| Renewal total | $318 |
Estimate of state renewal fees only. Your renewal notice shows the exact amount, including local fees.
What you pay when you renew in Wyoming
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.
| State registration | $30 |
|---|---|
| County registration3% × factory price × 30% | $288 |
| Renewal total | $318 |
Wyoming renewal cost by car age
Part of the Wyoming fee depends on the car's age or value, so the renewal changes over time (same car, $32,000 MSRP):
| New (1st year) | $606 |
|---|---|
| 3 years old | $414 |
| 5 years old | $222 |
| 8 years old | $174 |
| 12 years old | $174 |
How Wyoming sets the registration fee
- County registration = max($5, 3% x factory price x age factor)
- Total = tax + title + state registration + county registration + lien + VIN inspection + doc fee
How to renew in Wyoming
Renew online, by mail or in person with the Wyoming 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: www.dot.state.wy.us.
Buying a car in Wyoming instead?
The first registration also includes the title and sales tax: see the Wyoming car sales tax calculator and the Wyoming title transfer cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to renew a car registration in Wyoming?
About $318 per year in state fees for a typical 3-year-old gas car (State registration $30, County registration $288).
How often do you renew your registration in Wyoming?
Every year for a standard passenger car.
Does the renewal cost go down as the car gets older in Wyoming?
Yes. Wyoming ties part of the fee to the car's age or value: about $606 in the first year versus $174 for a 12-year-old car.
Do electric cars pay more to renew in Wyoming?
Yes, about $200 more at each renewal, a fee that replaces the gas tax EV owners don't pay.