Alabama Car Sales Tax Calculator – Fast, Free & Accurate

How Car Sales Tax Works in Alabama

• State Tax: Alabama charges a flat 2% state tax on vehicle purchases.
• County Tax: Each county adds its own local tax, ranging from 1% to 2.5% depending on where you buy the car.
• Trade-In Value: If you’re trading in your old car, the value of that trade-in gets deducted before taxes are applied.

For example:

• Vehicle price: $25,000
• Trade-in value: $5,000
• Taxable amount: $20,000
• State tax (2%): $400
• Local tax (let’s say 2%): $400
• Total tax: $800

That’s a big difference compared to just multiplying $25,000 by 4%.

Why Use the Alabama Car Sales Tax Calculator?

Calculating taxes by hand isn’t fun. You have to juggle:

• Vehicle price
• Trade-in value
• Your county’s exact tax rate

The Alabama Car Sales Tax Calculator simplifies the process. Just enter:

1. Vehicle Price – the cost of the car.
2. Trade-in Value – if you’re trading in a vehicle.
3. County – select your county to apply the correct local tax rate.

With one click, you’ll instantly see:

• Your taxable amount
• State tax
• Local tax
• Total estimated tax

No confusion, no guesswork.

Counties and Tax Rates in Alabama

Here are some common county rates included in the calculator:

• Jefferson County – 1%
• Madison County – 2.5%
• Mobile County – 1.5%
• Montgomery County – 2.5%
• Shelby County – 1%
• Tuscaloosa County – 2%

Each county is different, so using the calculator ensures accuracy for your specific location.

Benefits of Using the Calculator

Saves time – No manual math needed.
Accurate estimates – Pulls in county-specific rates.
Budget-friendly – Helps you plan ahead for the total cost.
Trade-in adjustments – Instantly shows how much tax you’ll save by trading in.

Whether you’re buying from a dealership or a private seller, knowing your tax amount upfront keeps you from being blindsided at registration time.

Try It Yourself

The embedded Alabama Car Sales Tax Calculator below makes it simple. Enter your numbers, select your county, and see your results:

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