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Pennsylvania auto loan calculator

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

$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

Pennsylvania taxes the price after the trade-in allowance. On a $35,000 car with a $10,000 trade-in, tax applies to $25,000 — about $1,500 instead of the $2,100 you'd owe with no trade. Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered.

Pennsylvania's property tax rate is above average and set mostly by school districts, so the bill on similar homes can differ widely by municipality. Home prices remain moderate outside the Philadelphia collar counties. 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 Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. Pennsylvania taxes the price after the trade-in allowance, so a $10,000 trade-in on a $35,000 car means tax is charged on $25,000 — about $1,500 instead of $2,100.
When is the sales tax on a car due in Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania?
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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