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Free Delaware Car Sales Tax Calculator

Work out the Delaware car sales tax on a new or used car. Delaware charges document fee (5.25%) instead of sales tax. Trade-in credit is limited.

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Document fee (5.25%) instead of sales tax.
More options: rebate, dealer fees, state rules
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Doc fees are taxable in many states. Leave at 0 if unsure.
Estimated tax
$1,575.00
Taxable amount$30,000.00
Tax$1,575.00
Total due (before title and registration)$31,575.00
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Delaware car sales tax rules

  • Tax type: Document fee (5.25%) instead of sales tax
  • Rate used in the calculator: 5.25%
  • Local taxes: Delaware has no sales tax and no local vehicle tax.
  • Trade-in credit: Yes, if the trade-in is titled in Delaware in your name.
  • Manufacturer rebates: Not confirmed by the state source; the calculator taxes the price before the rebate, the more cautious choice.
  • Also note: The fee is $5.25 per $100 of the price or book value, whichever is greater. It rose from 4.25% on 1 October 2025.

Tax on common car prices in Delaware

PriceTaxTax with $5,000 trade-inPrice + tax
$10,000$525.00$262.50$10,525.00
$20,000$1,050.00$787.50$21,050.00
$30,000$1,575.00$1,312.50$31,575.00
$40,000$2,100.00$1,837.50$42,100.00
$50,000$2,625.00$2,362.50$52,625.00

At 5.25%.

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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 Delaware?

Delaware charges document fee (5.25%) instead of sales tax. Trade-in credit is limited.

How much tax will I pay on a $30,000 car in Delaware?

About $1,575.00 at 5.25%, or $1,312.50 with a $5,000 trade-in. Title, registration and plate fees are extra.

Does a trade-in reduce car sales tax in Delaware?

Yes, if the trade-in is titled in Delaware in your name.

Do local taxes apply to cars in Delaware?

Delaware has no sales tax and no local vehicle tax.

Sources

Rules last reviewed 2026-11-11. Estimates only; the dealer or your state motor vehicle agency calculates the final amount.

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