Arizona vehicle sales and use tax
Arizona's state rate on a vehicle is 5.6%, and the Department of Revenue states there is no county use tax; city tax rates vary, and a city's transaction privilege tax and use tax rates are the same.[1]
| Case | Tax | Share of price |
|---|---|---|
| $32,000 car from a dealer, 2% city | $2,432.00 | 7.60% |
| $32,000 car from a dealer, outside city limits | $1,792.00 | 5.60% |
| $45,000 truck from a dealer, 2.5% city | $3,645.00 | 8.10% |
| $12,000 car from a private seller | $0.00 | 0.00% |
Private sales and cars bought elsewhere
- Private party: casual sales between private parties are not taxable in Arizona.[1]
- Bought in another state: MVD reduces the Arizona state and city use tax by the state and city tax you already paid.[1]
- Bought outside the U.S.: individuals get a $200 deduction from the taxable amount.[1]
Trade-insWe could not confirm Arizona's trade-in rule on an official page we could read, so the calculator taxes the full price. Your dealer's contract shows the taxable amount.
Arizona also charges a yearly vehicle license tax at registration; see Arizona vehicle registration fees.
Compare states on the car sales tax calculator, include the tax in a budget with the car affordability calculator, or see the yearly total on the cost of owning a car calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax on a car in Arizona?
5.6% state tax plus your city's rate; there is no county use tax.
Do you pay sales tax on a private car sale in Arizona?
No. Casual sales between private parties are not taxable.
Does Arizona credit sales tax paid in another state?
Yes. MVD reduces the Arizona state and city use tax by the matching tax you paid elsewhere.