Missouri charges sales tax (paid to dor at titling) of 4.225% at the state level, and local jurisdictions add their own, which brings a typical vehicle to about 8.225%. A trade-in does reduce the taxable price, which is real money on the deal.
Sales tax on a vehicle is paid to the DOR when the title is applied for (within 30 days), at the state 4.225% plus the local rate of the buyer's residence address (city, county, transportation and special districts).
Typical local of 4.0% reflects Kansas City (8.85% combined) and St. Louis County/City (8.24%-9.68%); combined rates in Missouri reach about 11.9%, so the local share can approach 7.7%.
Manufacturer rebates are taxable in Missouri; only the trade-in and dealer discounts reduce the price.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Title | $8.50 |
| Registration (mixed-based) | ~$33 |
| Title processing fee (with the $8.50 title fee) | $9.00 |
| Registration processing fee (per one-year registration) | $9.00 |
Lease tax applies to each monthly payment rather than to the full price of the car, so you pay it as you go.
Pick your city for the exact combined rate where you register, plus what title and registration run there.
Missouri charges 4.225% at the state level and local jurisdictions add more, so a typical combined rate on a vehicle is about 8.225% and can reach 11.925% at the high end. The rate is set by where you live, so pick your city above for the exact figure.
Trade-in allowance (and proceeds of a vehicle sold within 180 days) reduce the taxable purchase price (RSMo 144.025).
Title is $8.50. Annual passenger registration by taxable horsepower: under 12 hp $18.25; 12-23 hp $21.25; 24-35 hp $24.25; 36-47 hp $33.25; 48-59 hp $39.25; 60-71 hp $45.25; 72+ hp $51.25; plus $9 registration processing fee ($18 for two-year). Typical 6-cylinder car falls in the 36-47 hp bracket.
Yes, at $621. 12 CSR 10-26.231: maximum administrative fee $620.79 for the 2026 license year (CPI-indexed; $604.47 in 2025). Typical $565 per CarEdge (secondary).
Tax applies to each monthly payment rather than the whole price of the car, so the tax is spread across the lease.
Rates, fees, and rules change. These figures are estimates for planning, not tax advice; confirm the final numbers with the dealer and your state's motor vehicle agency before you buy.