Dealer doc fees by state: what dealer websites state (November 2026)
Among vehicle listings whose dealer website states dealer fees, the median stated amount is $425 nationwide. State medians range from $122 in California to $1,282 in Florida.
Listings read from 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06. Updated 2026-11-06.
November 2026 snapshot: among listings that state dealer fees on the dealer's website, the national median stated amount is $425, and state medians range from $122 in California to $1,282 in Florida. In 18% of those listings, the dealer's website says the fees are already included in the advertised price.
Dealer fees here means the documentation (doc) fee plus any electronic titling, filing or processing fee a listing states. Some dealers list these separately; this page counts them together.
| State | Median stated dealer fees | Middle half of stated fees | Share of listings that state fees | Of those, fees already in the advertised price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $425 | $225 to $699 | 58% | 18% |
| Alabama | $800 | $644 to $995 | 45% | 13% |
| Alaska | $299 | $199 to $299 | 36% | 23% |
| Arizona | $599 | $599 to $699 | 67% | 6% |
| Arkansas | $129 | $129 to $129 | 50% | 13% |
| California | $122 | $122 to $122 | 59% | 42% |
| Colorado | $799 | $690 to $799 | 44% | 11% |
| Connecticut | $850 | $699 to $995 | 54% | 19% |
| Delaware | $799 | $699 to $799 | 65% | 16% |
| Florida | $1,282 | $997 to $1,494 | 51% | 20% |
| Georgia | $899 | $799 to $1,094 | 57% | 12% |
| Hawaii | $595 | $545 to $645 | 70% | 5% |
| Idaho | $499 | $411 to $549 | 57% | 16% |
| Illinois | $378 | $377 to $413 | 58% | 18% |
| Indiana | $260 | $250 to $261 | 52% | 16% |
| Iowa | $180 | $180 to $180 | 59% | 13% |
| Kansas | $595 | $425 to $699 | 52% | 13% |
| Kentucky | $589 | $498 to $699 | 56% | 15% |
| Louisiana | $436 | $436 to $474 | 57% | 21% |
| Maine | $599 | $499 to $699 | 62% | 15% |
| Maryland | $800 | $799 to $800 | 42% | 10% |
| Massachusetts | $595 | $548 to $677 | 55% | 19% |
| Michigan | $314 | $280 to $314 | 62% | 16% |
| Minnesota | $350 | $350 to $350 | 68% | 20% |
| Mississippi | $425 | $425 to $425 | 51% | 23% |
| Missouri | $599 | $499 to $620 | 62% | 14% |
| Montana | $399 | $299 to $499 | 62% | 17% |
| Nebraska | $299 | $299 to $299 | 46% | 9% |
| Nevada | $699 | $499 to $799 | 68% | 21% |
| New Hampshire | $599 | $574 to $699 | 60% | 18% |
| New Jersey | $799 | $699 to $899 | 63% | 17% |
| New Mexico | $388 | $349 to $499 | 55% | 17% |
| New York | $175 | $175 to $175 | 60% | 18% |
| North Carolina | $899 | $799 to $899 | 56% | 14% |
| North Dakota | $299 | $299 to $399 | 69% | 20% |
| Ohio | $398 | $398 to $448 | 59% | 21% |
| Oklahoma | $599 | $489 to $699 | 56% | 21% |
| Oregon | $250 | $215 to $250 | 55% | 13% |
| Pennsylvania | $490 | $490 to $490 | 64% | 15% |
| Rhode Island | $420 | $400 to $420 | 68% | 14% |
| South Carolina | $578 | $489 to $699 | 50% | 18% |
| South Dakota | $275 | $199 to $299 | 51% | 16% |
| Tennessee | $799 | $699 to $898 | 54% | 13% |
| Texas | $225 | $225 to $225 | 62% | 12% |
| Utah | $449 | $399 to $499 | 62% | 6% |
| Vermont | $599 | $498 to $599 | 72% | 21% |
| Virginia | $995 | $799 to $998 | 58% | 10% |
| Washington | $200 | $200 to $200 | 61% | 18% |
| West Virginia | $575 | $575 to $575 | 65% | 16% |
| Wisconsin | $399 | $397 to $499 | 69% | 25% |
| Wyoming | $599 | $399 to $599 | 57% | 12% |
Fees as stated on dealers' own websites, read by OAV; a reading can be wrong. A dealer's fees can change; the amount you pay is the one on your signed buyer's order.
Stated dealer fees, state by state
- In Alabama, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $800 (middle half $644 to $995), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Alaska, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $299 (middle half $199 to $299), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Arizona, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $599 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Arkansas, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $129 (middle half $129 to $129), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In California, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $122 (middle half $122 to $122), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Colorado, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $799 (middle half $690 to $799), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Connecticut, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $850 (middle half $699 to $995), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Delaware, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $799 (middle half $699 to $799), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Florida, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $1,282 (middle half $997 to $1,494), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Georgia, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $899 (middle half $799 to $1,094), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Hawaii, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $595 (middle half $545 to $645), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Idaho, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $499 (middle half $411 to $549), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Illinois, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $378 (middle half $377 to $413), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Indiana, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $260 (middle half $250 to $261), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Iowa, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $180 (middle half $180 to $180), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Kansas, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $595 (middle half $425 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Kentucky, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $589 (middle half $498 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Louisiana, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $436 (middle half $436 to $474), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Maine, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $499 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Maryland, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $800 (middle half $799 to $800), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Massachusetts, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $595 (middle half $548 to $677), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Michigan, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $314 (middle half $280 to $314), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Minnesota, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $350 (middle half $350 to $350), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Mississippi, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $425 (middle half $425 to $425), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Missouri, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $499 to $620), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Montana, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $399 (middle half $299 to $499), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Nebraska, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $299 (middle half $299 to $299), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Nevada, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $699 (middle half $499 to $799), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In New Hampshire, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $574 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In New Jersey, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $799 (middle half $699 to $899), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In New Mexico, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $388 (middle half $349 to $499), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In New York, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $175 (middle half $175 to $175), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In North Carolina, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $899 (middle half $799 to $899), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In North Dakota, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $299 (middle half $299 to $399), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Ohio, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $398 (middle half $398 to $448), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Oklahoma, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $489 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Oregon, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $250 (middle half $215 to $250), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Pennsylvania, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $490 (middle half $490 to $490), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Rhode Island, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $420 (middle half $400 to $420), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In South Carolina, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $578 (middle half $489 to $699), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In South Dakota, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $275 (middle half $199 to $299), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Tennessee, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $799 (middle half $699 to $898), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Texas, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $225 (middle half $225 to $225), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Utah, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $449 (middle half $399 to $499), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Vermont, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $498 to $599), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Virginia, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $995 (middle half $799 to $998), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Washington, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $200 (middle half $200 to $200), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In West Virginia, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $575 (middle half $575 to $575), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Wisconsin, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $399 (middle half $397 to $499), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
- In Wyoming, the median dealer fees stated on dealers' websites are $599 (middle half $399 to $599), from listings read 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-06.
How OAV measures this
Dealer fees here means the documentation (doc) fee plus any electronic titling, filing or processing fee a listing states. Some dealers list these separately; this page counts them together. OAV read vehicle listings on car dealers' own websites in all 50 states and recorded the dealer fees each listing states. The typical amount is the median of the fees stated in a state; the range is the middle half of those fees (25th to 75th percentile). Each listing counts once, so dealers with many listings weigh more. A listing that states no fee is left out, not counted as $0, so a state's figures describe the listings that state fees online. A state is shown only when at least 30 dealer websites in it state a fee. Sales tax, title, registration and other government charges are not included.
FTC staff guidance published September 15, 2026 says a vehicle's advertised price should include fees the dealer requires, leaving out only charges the government requires. OAV reports what dealer websites state and does not judge whether any listing's advertising complies with federal or state law.
Questions
- What is a dealer doc fee?
- A documentation (doc) fee is a charge a dealer sets for preparing and processing the sale's paperwork. It is not a government fee. Some states cap it. It is separate from sales tax, title and registration. Some dealers also list an electronic titling, filing or processing fee; this page counts those with the doc fee.
- What are typical dealer fees in the U.S.?
- Among listings that state dealer fees on the dealer's website, the national median stated amount is $425, and the middle half of stated fees runs from $225 to $699.
- Which states have the highest stated dealer fees?
- The highest median stated dealer fees are in Florida ($1,282), Virginia ($995), North Carolina ($899).
- Which states have the lowest stated dealer fees?
- The lowest median stated dealer fees are in California ($122), Arkansas ($129), New York ($175).
- Are dealer fees included in the advertised price?
- Of listings that state dealer fees on the dealer's website, 18% say the fees are already included in the advertised price; the rest list them separately. OAV does not judge whether any dealer's advertising is lawful. Ask the dealer for a written, itemized out-the-door price.
- How does OAV measure this?
- Dealer fees here means the documentation (doc) fee plus any electronic titling, filing or processing fee a listing states. Some dealers list these separately; this page counts them together. OAV read vehicle listings on car dealers' own websites in all 50 states and recorded the dealer fees each listing states. The typical amount is the median of the fees stated in a state; the range is the middle half of those fees (25th to 75th percentile). Each listing counts once, so dealers with many listings weigh more. A listing that states no fee is left out, not counted as $0, so a state's figures describe the listings that state fees online. A state is shown only when at least 30 dealer websites in it state a fee. Sales tax, title, registration and other government charges are not included.