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Kentucky auto loan calculator

Kentucky's state vehicle sales-tax rate is about 6.00% (cities and counties can add more). The calculator is preset for Kentucky.

$673.28 / month

Amount financed
$33,600
Sales tax
$2,100
Total interest
$6,797
Balance over MonthBalance ends near $0 at 60.$0$8k$17k$25k$34k01224364860Month

How it works

Kentucky is one of the few states that taxes the full purchase price with no credit for a trade-in. On a $35,000 car that's about $2,100 in sales tax regardless of what you trade in. Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered.

Kentucky keeps home prices and property taxes low, but it is one of the few states that taxes the full price of a vehicle with no credit for a trade-in, which can add meaningfully to an auto purchase. Local add-on tax rates and documentation fees vary by dealer and county, so treat the preset rate as a starting point and confirm the exact figure on your paperwork.

Frequently asked questions

What is the car sales tax rate in Kentucky?
Kentucky's state vehicle sales/use tax rate is about 6.00%. On a $35,000 car that's about $2,100 before any local add-on rates.
Does a trade-in lower the sales tax in Kentucky?
No. Kentucky is one of the few states that taxes the full purchase price with no credit for a trade-in, so the full $2,100 on a $35,000 car applies regardless of your trade.
When is the sales tax on a car due in Kentucky?
Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered, either by the dealer at purchase or by you at the DMV for a private-party sale.
What other fees apply to a car purchase in Kentucky?
Beyond sales tax you'll pay title and registration fees and, at most dealers, a documentation fee. These vary by dealer and county; the calculator lets you enter them.

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