Delaware Vehicle Registration Fee Calculator
2026Registering a car in Delaware in 2026 costs about $40.00 a year for a new $35,000 midsize sedan in New Castle County (Wilmington); electric cars pay $110.00 a year more. Estimate yours by state, vehicle age and fuel type.
By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology
Yearly Registration Cost
$40.00
One-Time Title Fee
$35.00
Fee Breakdown
| State registration fee | $40.00 |
| Yearly Total | $40.00 |
| Title fee (one-time) | $35.00 |
Estimate for a 2026 gasoline midsize sedan (3,400 lb, $35,000 new) registered in New Castle County (Wilmington). Other vehicles cost more or less, especially in states that charge by value or weight.
Delaware charges a flat $40 a year for passenger cars, with no weight, value, age or local component.
Delaware has no sales tax, but titling a purchased car carries a one-time document fee of 5.25% of the purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is greater, about $1,838 on a $35,000 car. The rate was 4.25% before October 1, 2025 (HB 164).
Source: Delaware DMV - DMV Fees; 21 Del. C. § 2151; 30 Del. C. § 3002 (document fee)
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Delaware Vehicle Registration Costs (2026)
Registering a new car in Delaware costs about $40.00 a year for a new $35,000 midsize sedan in New Castle County (Wilmington). Delaware charges a flat $40 a year for passenger cars, with no weight, value, age or local component.
Stays $40 every year.
A title costs $35, or $55 with a lien.
Since October 1, 2025, Delaware adds an annual fee of $110 for electric cars, $85 for plug-in hybrids and $60 for hybrids up to 6,000 lb (heavier vehicles pay more). The fee is not indexed to inflation.
Delaware has no sales tax, but titling a purchased car carries a one-time document fee of 5.25% of the purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is greater, about $1,838 on a $35,000 car. The rate was 4.25% before October 1, 2025 (HB 164).
Delaware Registration Costs (2026)
| Yearly Cost, New Car | $40.00 |
| How the Fee Is Set | Flat fee |
| Title Fee (one-time) | $35.00 |
| Extra Fee for Electric Cars | $110.00/yr |
| State Tax When You Buy a Car | 5.25% document fee |
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