Arkansas Car Registration Fee Calculator

How Car Registration Fees Work in Arkansas

When registering a car in Arkansas, the total fees usually include:

1. Sales Tax
   • Arkansas charges a 6.5% state sales tax on vehicles with a purchase price of $4,000 or higher.
   • If the car costs less than $4,000, you don’t pay state sales tax.
2. Registration Fee (based on weight)
   • Under 3,000 lbs: $17.00
   • 3,001 – 4,500 lbs: $25.00
   • 4,501 lbs and over: $30.00
3. Validation Decal Fee
   • A flat $2.50 fee for all vehicles.
4. Optional / One-Time Fees
   • New Title Application: $10.00
   • Lien Recording: $1.00

These are the base numbers you need, but remember: local city and county sales taxes are not included in the calculator. You’ll need to check with your local revenue office for those exact amounts.

Arkansas Car Registration Fee Calculator

Our calculator is designed to give you a quick, itemized estimate of what you’ll pay at the DMV.

Here’s what you do:

• Enter the purchase price of your car.
• Select the weight category of your vehicle.
• Check boxes for optional fees (like title or lien).
• Hit Calculate to see your estimated fees.

Try the Arkansas DMV Fee Calculator (insert live calculator link on your site)

The calculator instantly shows:

• State sales tax (if applicable).
• Registration fee (based on weight).
• Decal fee.
• Optional title and lien fees.
• Total estimated cost.

Example Calculation

Let’s say you bought a car in Arkansas for $22,000 and it weighs 3,200 lbs. You also need a new title but no lien.

Here’s the breakdown:

• Sales Tax (6.5%): $1,430.00
• Registration Fee (3,001–4,500 lbs): $25.00
• Validation Decal Fee: $2.50
• Title Application: $10.00
• Lien Fee: $0.00

Total Estimate: $1,467.50

That’s the number you’d want to budget before heading to your local DMV.

Why Use the Calculator?

• Saves Time: No need to manually add up every fee.
• Gives Clarity: Helps you avoid surprises at the DMV.
• Budget-Friendly: Lets you plan ahead for the exact amount.
• Quick & Free: Just enter your numbers, click, and done.

Whether you’re buying a new or used car, this tool makes Arkansas vehicle registration easier to understand.

Important Notes

• The calculator shows state-level estimates only.
• Local (city and county) sales taxes are not included.
• Always confirm exact costs with your Arkansas Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) before finalizing.