Loma Linda, California · Local numbers

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Buying a car in Loma Linda, CA: vehicle sales tax is 7.75% combined, and title and registration on a $32,000 new car run about $511.00. California gives no trade-in tax credit.

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Loma Linda sits in San Bernardino County, about 10 miles northeast of Riverside.

By The Broker Black · Updated October 5, 2026

The local numbers.

7.75%
Combined sales tax on vehicles
~$511.00
Title and registration on a $32,000 new car
No
Trade-in reduces taxable amount
CA
Vehicle License Fee (VLF) applies at registration
Heads up: California does not give a trade-in tax credit. Sales tax applies to the full selling price even when you trade in, which makes the payment math worth running before you decide.
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Questions.

What is the sales tax rate on a car in Loma Linda?

The combined sales tax rate for a vehicle purchase in Loma Linda is about 7.75%. In California a trade-in does not reduce the taxable amount; sales tax applies to the full selling price. Rates change over time, so treat this as a close estimate.

How much are taxes and government fees on a $48,000 car in Loma Linda?

On a $48,000 new vehicle with no trade-in, taxes and government fees in Loma Linda come to roughly $4,401.00, including sales tax, title and registration fees, and the state's Vehicle License Fee (VLF). Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), which each car shows. The Broker Black itemizes every line in the estimate for your deal.

What is the Vehicle License Fee (VLF) in California?

California charges an annual Vehicle License Fee of 0.65% of the vehicle's value with registration, plus a Transportation Improvement Fee that steps up with the price ($231 on a car over $60,000 in 2026) and county lines for air quality, freeway emergencies, fingerprinting, and auto theft programs. The Broker Black includes an estimate of it in every payment quote.

Can I see a monthly payment before I visit a dealership?

Yes. The Broker Black shows an estimated payment on every new car from a participating dealership using your credit range, down payment, term, and Loma Linda's estimated taxes and fees. No social security number and no credit pull needed, and our Concierge can answer questions about any car.

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