North Dakota DMV Fee Calculator
Estimate your one-time excise tax and annual registration fees.
Used to calculate the one-time 5% motor vehicle excise tax.
The annual registration fee is based on the vehicle’s age.
Why You Need a North Dakota Registration Fee Calculator
Car registration costs in North Dakota aren’t flat. They depend on:
- The purchase price of the vehicle.
- The age of the vehicle at the time of registration.
- Whether it’s an electric vehicle (EV) or not.
- Optional extras like the title fee.
Without a calculator, you’d have to manually apply percentages, check fee charts, and hope your math is right. With this tool, you enter a few details and instantly see a breakdown of costs.
What the Calculator Includes
The North Dakota DMV fee calculator covers four main parts:
1. Motor Vehicle Excise Tax (One-Time)
- North Dakota charges a 5% excise tax on the purchase price of your vehicle.
- Example: If your car costs $38,000, the excise tax will be $1,900.
2. Annual Registration Fee (Based on Vehicle Age)
- Registration fees drop as the car gets older.
- 1st Year: $120
- 2nd Year: $100
- 3rd Year: $80
- 4th Year: $60
- 5th Year: $40
- 6th Year and older: $20
So, a brand-new car costs more to register than a six-year-old car.
3. Electric Vehicle Fee
- North Dakota charges an extra $120 per year for electric vehicles.
- This helps offset lost gas tax revenue.
4. Title Fee (Optional, One-Time)
- Adding a title costs $5.
- It’s a small fee, but the calculator includes it for accuracy.
How to Use the North Dakota DMV Fee Calculator
- Enter your vehicle purchase price in dollars.
- Select the age of your vehicle from the dropdown list.
- Check the EV box if your vehicle is electric.
- Check the title fee box if you want to include that.
- Click “Calculate Fees.”
The calculator will then show:
- Your excise tax (one-time).
- Your registration fee (annual).
- Any additional fees (EV or title).
- A grand total estimate for the first year.
There’s also a Reset button to clear your inputs and start fresh.
Example Calculation
Imagine you bought a 2024 SUV in North Dakota for $38,000.
- Excise tax: $1,900
- Registration fee (1st year): $120
- EV surcharge: $0 (not an EV)
- Title fee: $5
Total first-year cost: $2,025
The calculator shows you each line item so you can see exactly where your money goes.
Benefits of Using the Fee Calculator
- Accuracy: No guessing—your numbers are correct.
- Transparency: Breaks down every cost clearly.
- Planning: Know the total cost before going to the DMV.
- Convenience: Quick, simple, and available online.
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