Use this calculator to estimate the Total Adjusted Value Tax (TAVT) you'll owe when titling a vehicle in Georgia.
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Understanding Georgia's Total Adjusted Value Tax (TAVT)
The Total Adjusted Value Tax (TAVT) is a one-time tax imposed by the state of Georgia on all vehicles purchased or transferred in the state. It replaced the annual ad valorem tax and sales tax on vehicles in 2013. When you title a vehicle in Georgia, you are required to pay TAVT.
How TAVT is Calculated
The TAVT rate in Georgia is 7% of the vehicle's fair market value. However, determining this "fair market value" can sometimes be a point of confusion. Here's how it generally works:
Department of Revenue (DOR) Value: The Georgia Department of Revenue uses a standard valuation guide (such as Kelley Blue Book or NADA) to determine the vehicle's fair market value. This is often the primary basis for the TAVT calculation.
Purchase Price: If the actual purchase price of the vehicle is higher than the DOR's fair market value, the TAVT will typically be calculated based on the higher purchase price. If the purchase price is lower than the DOR value, the DOR value is usually used.
Trade-in Credit: If you trade in another vehicle when purchasing a new one, the value of your trade-in can be deducted from the vehicle's fair market value (or purchase price, if higher) before the TAVT is calculated. This reduces your overall tax burden.
Example Calculation
Let's say you purchase a car with a DOR Fair Market Value of $25,000. You paid $26,000 for it and traded in your old car for $5,000.
Step 1: Determine the Basis Value. Since your purchase price ($26,000) is higher than the DOR value ($25,000), the basis for TAVT will be $26,000.
Step 2: Apply Trade-in Credit. Subtract the trade-in value from the basis: $26,000 – $5,000 = $21,000. This is your Adjusted Taxable Value.
Step 3: Calculate TAVT. Multiply the Adjusted Taxable Value by the 7% TAVT rate: $21,000 * 0.07 = $1,470.
Your estimated TAVT due would be $1,470.
Important Considerations
This calculator provides an estimate. The final TAVT amount is determined by the Georgia Department of Revenue and your local County Tag Office.
Certain exemptions or special circumstances may apply (e.g., vehicles inherited, gifts, certain types of transfers).
Always confirm the exact amount with your local County Tag Office before completing your vehicle title application.
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function calculateTAVT() {
var vehicleDORValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById("vehicleDORValue").value);
var purchasePrice = parseFloat(document.getElementById("purchasePrice").value);
var tradeInValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById("tradeInValue").value);
// Input validation
if (isNaN(vehicleDORValue) || vehicleDORValue < 0) {
document.getElementById("result").innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Vehicle Fair Market Value.";
return;
}
// If purchase price is not entered or invalid, default to DOR value for comparison
if (isNaN(purchasePrice) || purchasePrice < 0) {
purchasePrice = vehicleDORValue;
}
// Default trade-in to 0 if invalid
if (isNaN(tradeInValue) || tradeInValue vehicleDORValue) {
basisValue = purchasePrice;
} else {
basisValue = vehicleDORValue;
}
var taxableAmount = basisValue – tradeInValue;
if (taxableAmount < 0) {
taxableAmount = 0; // Taxable amount cannot be negative
}
var tavtRate = 0.07; // 7%
var estimatedTAVT = taxableAmount * tavtRate;
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