Free Connecticut Car Sales Tax Calculator
Work out the Connecticut car sales tax on a new or used car. Connecticut charges sales tax (6.35%, or 7.75% over $50,000). Your trade-in lowers the taxable price.
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Connecticut car sales tax rules
- Tax type: Sales tax (6.35%, or 7.75% over $50,000)
- Rate used in the calculator: 6.35%
- Local taxes: No local sales tax. Towns charge an annual property tax on vehicles instead.
- Trade-in credit: Yes, on dealer purchases. The $50,000 test for the higher rate is applied before the trade-in.
- Manufacturer rebates: Taxed: tax is figured on the price before the rebate.
- Also note: Cars costing more than $50,000 are taxed at 7.75%.
Tax on common car prices in Connecticut
| Price | Tax | Tax with $5,000 trade-in | Price + tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $635.00 | $317.50 | $10,635.00 |
| $20,000 | $1,270.00 | $952.50 | $21,270.00 |
| $30,000 | $1,905.00 | $1,587.50 | $31,905.00 |
| $40,000 | $2,540.00 | $2,222.50 | $42,540.00 |
| $50,000 | $3,175.00 | $2,857.50 | $53,175.00 |
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Other costs when you buy a car
On top of the tax, expect title, registration and plate fees, and a dealer documentation fee. Check whether the car fits your budget with the car affordability calculator, or compare with a lease.
Frequently asked questions
How much is sales tax on a car in Connecticut?
Connecticut charges sales tax (6.35%, or 7.75% over $50,000). Your trade-in lowers the taxable price.
How much tax will I pay on a $30,000 car in Connecticut?
About $1,905.00 at 6.35%, or $1,587.50 with a $5,000 trade-in. Title, registration and plate fees are extra.
Does a trade-in reduce car sales tax in Connecticut?
Yes, on dealer purchases. The $50,000 test for the higher rate is applied before the trade-in.
Do local taxes apply to cars in Connecticut?
No local sales tax. Towns charge an annual property tax on vehicles instead.
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