New Hampshire Vehicle Registration Fee Calculator 2026

New Hampshire Vehicle Registration Fee Calculator with 2026 rates. Instant prorated DMV fees based on MSRP, weight & birth month.

Est. Total Due (Current)
$0.00
Prorated Local & State Fees
Local Fee $0.00
State Fee $0.00
$
*Factory List Price (Base for Local Permit)
Fee Breakdown Amount
Total Due $0.00
Valid through: ...
2026 Updates: State Registration Fees increased Jan 1, 2026. Local Fees based on Mills (18, 15, 12, 9, 6, 3).

Step 1: Enter Your Vehicle’s Original MSRP

  • Type the factory list price in dollars (example: 40000 for $40,000)
  • Use the manufacturer’s suggested retail price when the vehicle was brand new
  • Don’t use your purchase price or current market value
  • Find MSRP on original window sticker, dealer paperwork, or vehicle documentation

Step 2: Select Your Vehicle’s Registration Year

  • Choose how many times you’ve registered this vehicle in New Hampshire
  • Options range from “1st Year (Reg)” through “6th Year (Reg) or Older”
  • First-time NH registration = select “1st Year” (highest fee)
  • Each subsequent renewal = select next year (fees decrease each year)
  • 6+ years old = select “6th Year or Older” (lowest fee at 3 mills)

Step 3: Choose Your Vehicle’s Weight Class

  • Select from three weight categories based on 2026 rates :
    • 0-3000 lbs ($42.00/year) – compact cars, small sedans
    • 3001-5000 lbs ($54.00/year) – mid-size sedans, crossovers, most passenger cars
    • 5001-8000 lbs ($66.00/year) – large SUVs, pickup trucks, vans
  • Check vehicle weight on registration card, door jamb sticker, or owner’s manual
  • Use GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) listed on official documents

Step 4: Select Your Birth Month

  • Pick the month you were born from the dropdown (January through December)
  • Your registration expires on the last day of your birth month
  • This determines if you get a 5-12 month term or extended 13-16 month term
  • Calculator automatically decides term length based on current date and birth month

Step 5: Choose Your Vehicle’s Fuel Type

  • Select one of three fuel source options :
    • Gas/Diesel – no extra charge
    • Fully Electric (EV) – adds $100/year surcharge (prorated)
    • Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) – adds $50/year surcharge (prorated)
  • EV and PHEV surcharges are prorated monthly based on your registration term

What is the New Hampshire Vehicle Registration Fee Calculator

AspectDescription
Primary PurposeAn interactive web-based tool that calculates the total vehicle registration fees for New Hampshire residents based on multiple vehicle and owner-specific factors
Calculation TypeProrated registration fees calculated from current month through owner’s birth month (5-16 month terms)
Fee ComponentsCombines four distinct charges: Local Permit Fee (MSRP-based), State Registration Fee (weight-based), Plate & Document Fees ($18 fixed), and EV/PHEV Surcharge (if applicable)
2026 ComplianceUpdated with January 1, 2026 state fee increases: $42.00 (0-3000 lbs), $54.00 (3001-5000 lbs), $66.00 (5001-8000 lbs)
User InterfaceFeatures real-time calculation with blue/black themed dashboard displaying total due, local fee, state fee, term length, and expiration date
Proration SystemUses unique NH logic where registrations ≤4 months to birthday receive extended 13-16 month terms, while 5+ months receive standard 5-12 month terms

Complete Fees Chart & Rate Structure

Local Permit Fee (Mill Rates)

Registration YearMill RateCalculation FormulaExample (MSRP $40,000)
1st Year (New)18 mills(MSRP × 18/1000) ÷ 12 × months$60.00/month
2nd Year15 mills(MSRP × 15/1000) ÷ 12 × months$50.00/month
3rd Year12 mills(MSRP × 12/1000) ÷ 12 × months$40.00/month
4th Year9 mills(MSRP × 9/1000) ÷ 12 × months$30.00/month
5th Year6 mills(MSRP × 6/1000) ÷ 12 × months$20.00/month
6th Year or Older3 mills(MSRP × 3/1000) ÷ 12 × months$10.00/month

State Registration Fee (2026 Rates – Weight-Based)

Weight ClassVehicle Weight RangeAnnual Fee (2026)Monthly RatePrevious Rate (Pre-2026)
Class 10 – 3,000 lbs$42.00$3.50/month$31.20
Class 23,001 – 5,000 lbs$54.00$4.50/month$43.20
Class 35,001 – 8,000 lbs$66.00$5.50/month$55.20

Fixed & Additional Fees

Fee TypeAmountProrationDescription
Plate Fee$8.00Not ProratedOne-time license plate issuance fee
Document Fee$10.00Not ProratedAdministrative processing fee
Total Fixed Fees$18.00Not ProratedCombined plate and document fees

EV/PHEV Surcharge (HB2 Law)

Fuel SourceAnnual SurchargeMonthly RateProration Method
Gas / Diesel$0.00$0.00N/A
Fully Electric (EV)$100.00$8.33/monthProrated based on registration term
Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)$50.00$4.17/monthProrated based on registration term

In-Depth Calculator Explanation

Input Parameters & Their Impact

Input FieldOptions/RangeImpact on CalculationSystem Logic
Original MSRP$0 – unlimitedDirectly multiplies with mill rate to determine local permit fee; higher MSRP = higher local feeFactory list price (base value) × mill rate ÷ 1000 = annual local fee
Model Year1st through 6th year or olderDetermines mill rate (18→15→12→9→6→3); newer vehicles pay exponentially moreYear 1 uses highest mill (18), declining by 3 mills each year until year 6+ (3 mills)
Weight Class3 tiers (0-3000, 3001-5000, 5001-8000 lbs)Sets base state registration fee ($42/$54/$66 annually in 2026)Heavier vehicles pay progressively higher state fees; $12 increment between classes
Owner Birth MonthJanuary – December (1-12)Determines registration expiration date and proration term lengthRegistration expires last day of owner’s birth month; creates 5-16 month terms
Fuel SourceGas/Diesel, EV, PHEVAdds $100 (EV) or $50 (PHEV) annual surcharge, prorated to registration termAlternative fuel vehicles pay infrastructure surcharge per NH HB2 law

Proration Logic & Term Calculation

ScenarioMonths to BirthdayRegistration TermLogic Explanation
Standard Term5-12 months5-12 monthsCounts from current month to birth month inclusively; if months > 4, term = months calculated
Extended Term1-4 months13-16 monthsWhen birthday is ≤4 months away, adds 12 months to avoid short renewal cycles
FormulaVariable(birthMonth - currentMonth + 12) % 12 + 1Modulo arithmetic handles year wraparound; +1 makes range inclusive
Extension Rule≤4 monthsterm + 12 monthsIf calculated term ≤ 4, final term = calculated + 12

Fee Calculation Formulas

Fee ComponentAnnual BaseProration FormulaFinal Calculation
Local Permit FeeMSRP × (mills/1000)(annual / 12) × registration termFully prorated; higher MSRP & newer year = higher fee
State RegistrationWeight tier rate ($42/$54/$66)(annual / 12) × registration termFully prorated based on months registered
Plate & Document$18.00 fixedNot proratedCharged as flat fee regardless of term length
EV/PHEV Surcharge$100 (EV) or $50 (PHEV)(annual / 12) × registration termProrated since Jan 2026 per HB2 implementation
TOTAL DUESum of all componentsLocal + State + Fixed + EV (if applicable)All prorated fees calculated, then summed with fixed $18

User Interface Dashboard Elements

Display ComponentData ShownUpdate BehaviorVisual Treatment
Total Due (Main)Complete registration costReal-time on any input changeLarge 3rem font, blue gradient background, prominent display
Registration Term Label“X Month Registration”Dynamic based on proration calculationSubtitle under main total showing term length
Local Fee SplitProrated local permit amountUpdates with MSRP, year, and term changesLeft grid item in dashboard header
State Fee SplitProrated state registration amountUpdates with weight and term changesRight grid item in dashboard header
Fee Breakdown TableItemized line-by-line fees with descriptionsShows mill rate, month count, 2026 badge on state feesDetailed table below inputs with right-aligned amounts
Valid Through DateExpiration month/year (birth month)Calculates future date based on current date + termDisplays in footer: “Valid through: [Month Year]”

2026 Updates & Changes

Change CategoryPrevious Value2026 Updated ValueIncrease AmountImplementation Date
State Fee – Class 1$31.20/year$42.00/year+$10.80 (+34.6%)January 1, 2026
State Fee – Class 2$43.20/year$54.00/year+$10.80 (+25.0%)January 1, 2026
State Fee – Class 3$55.20/year$66.00/year+$10.80 (+19.6%)January 1, 2026
EV Surcharge ProrationNot clearly definedProrated monthlyPolicy clarificationJanuary 1, 2026 (per code)
Visual IndicatorN/ARed “2026” badge on state feesUser awareness featureAdded in calculator UI

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