How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in NJ?
Considering New Jersey’s 6.625% rate, the sales tax is $1,987.50 when the full $30,000 is taxable. New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) title and registration charges are separate.
What NJ sales tax rate applies to a car purchase?
The NJ sales tax rate on cars is statewide — with no city or county add-ons. Reduced half-rate programs like UEZ or the Salem County program don’t apply to motor vehicles.
How do you calculate sales tax on a car in NJ?
In order to calculate sales tax in NJ for a car, simply multiply the price that would be taxed by 0.06625. Then round to the nearest cent as outlined below:
- Define the amount subject to tax on the buyer’s order
- Multiply by 0.06625
- Add the result to the taxable price to get a proper subtotal — before MVC fees
What can change the amount that gets taxed on a New Jersey car deal?
The number you multiply by 0.06625 can move up or down as presented below:
- Trade-in credit — allowed merely when you trade in a qualifying vehicle to a registered dealership for resale and the trade-in and purchase are done in the same contract
- Dealer discount — a true price cut lowers the amount taxed
- Manufacturer rebate — treated like third-party cash — therefore tax is generally calculated before the rebate is applied
- Doc fees & add-ons & warranties — specific dealership charges — covering documentary service fees and extended warranties — are generally taxable
Do electric vehicles have a different New Jersey sales tax rate?
Not for purchases on or after July 1, 2025 — zero-emission vehicles are taxed at the full statewide rate.
Contact Wasserman Accounting before you sign
Purchasing from a dealer, doing a private sale, trading in a vehicle, leasing or registering an out-of-state purchase can change what taxpayers owe. Reach out to us today in order to confirm the math. Our team is ready to review the paperwork before committing.