Verified August 30, 2026 using current official state DMV/DOL/BMV sources. Many states now have age-based, term-based or REAL ID-specific fees, so this table shows the actual current fee structure instead of forcing every state into one flat number.
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| State ↕ | Renewal fee ↕ | Typical validity ↕ | Approx. cost/year ↕ | Online ↕ | Replacement fee ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $36.25 | 4 years | $9.06 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $31.25 |
| Alaska | $20 | 5 years | $4.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $15 |
| Arizona | $25 (ages 16–39); $20 ages 40–44; $15 ages 45–49; $10 age 50+ | Age-based; standard license generally expires at age 65 | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $12 |
| Arkansas | $40 | 8 years (typical adult Class D) | $5.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $10 |
| California | $46 | 5 years | $9.20 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $37 |
| Colorado | $32 | 5 years | $6.40 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $12 first duplicate (additional duplicates can cost more) |
| Connecticut | $72 for 6 years or $96 for 8 years | 6 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $30 |
| Delaware | $40 | 8 years | $5.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $20 |
| District of Columbia | $47 | 8 years | $5.88 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $20 |
| Florida | $48 | 8 years (typical Class E) | $6.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $25 |
| Georgia | $32 (8-year license; eligible online transactions may receive a discount) | 8 years | $4.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $10 |
| Hawaii | $40 for 8 years (typical ages 25–71); age-based shorter terms cost less | 2, 4 or 8 years depending on age | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $6 (Honolulu schedule; verify your county) |
| Idaho | $35 for 4 years or $60 for 8 years | 4 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $20 |
| Illinois | $30 for ages 21–68; reduced fees for older drivers | Typically 4 years; age-based exceptions | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $5 |
| Indiana | $17.50 under age 75; $11 ages 75–84; $7 age 85+ | 6 years under 75; 3 years ages 75–84; 2 years age 85+ | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $9 |
| Iowa | $4 per year (typically $32 for an 8-year license) | Up to 8 years; shorter age-based terms apply | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $10 |
| Kansas | $26 ages 21–64; $20 age 65+ | 6 years ages 21–64; shorter term for older drivers | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $16 |
| Kentucky | $21.50 for 4 years or $43 for 8 years | 4 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $15 |
| Louisiana | $32.25 Class E through age 69; $18.75 age 70+ (service/convenience fees can apply) | Approximately 6 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $17 base ($5 duplicate + $12 handling; local/online fees can apply) |
| Maine | $30 for 6 years under 65; $20 for 4 years age 65+ | 6 years under 65; 4 years age 65+ | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $5 standard license |
| Maryland | $64 | 8 years | $8.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $30 |
| Massachusetts | $50 | 5 years | $10.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $25 |
| Michigan | $18 | 4 years | $4.50 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $9 |
| Minnesota | $41 Class D | 4 years (typical Class D) | $10.25 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $26 |
| Mississippi | $24 for 4 years or $47 for 8 years | 4 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $11 |
| Missouri | $16.50 for 3 years or $33 for 6 years (Class F) | 3 or 6 years depending on age | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $16.50 (3-year) or $25.50 (6-year) |
| Montana | $62.32 for a standard noncommercial license for ages 21–63 (12-year term); age-based terms/fees apply | Up to 12 years; age-based terms | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $10.30 |
| Nebraska | $29 for a 5-year Class O license | 5 years | $5.80 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $16 |
| Nevada | $41.50 for an 8-year license | 8 years (typical adult license) | $5.19 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $17.50 |
| New Hampshire | $50 | 5 years | $10.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $10 |
| New Jersey | $24 standard auto license | 4 years | $6.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $11 |
| New Mexico | $18 for 4 years or $34 for 8 years | 4 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $18 for 4-year / $34 for 8-year credential; age 79+ rules differ |
| New York | $64.50 base for a common Class D 8-year renewal; MCTD fee may add $16 in affected counties | 8 years (typical Class D) | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $17.50 |
| North Carolina | $6.50 per year: typically $52 for 8 years (ages 18–65) or $32.50 for 5 years (age 66+) | 8 years ages 18–65; 5 years age 66+ | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $16.75 |
| North Dakota | $15 | 4 years | $3.75 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $8 |
| Ohio | $30.25 for 4 years or $59.40 for 8 years | 4 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $29 |
| Oklahoma | $38.50 for 4 years or $77 for 8 years | 4 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $25 |
| Oregon | $54 standard 8-year renewal | 8 years | $6.75 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $30 standard license |
| Pennsylvania | $39.50 for 4 years; $27.50 for 2 years if age 65+ | 4 years; optional 2-year renewal age 65+ | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $42.50 |
| Rhode Island | $73.50 for 5 years (younger drivers); age-based shorter terms cost less | Up to 5 years; shorter age-based terms for older drivers | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $28.50 |
| South Carolina | $25 | 8 years (typical noncommercial license) | $3.12 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $10 |
| South Dakota | $28 | 5 years | $5.60 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $15 |
| Tennessee | $28 | 8 years | $3.50 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates |
| Texas | $33 ages 18–84; $9 age 85+ | 8 years ages 18–84; 2 years age 85+ | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $11 |
| Utah | $52 in person; $42 for eligible online renewal | 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $23 |
| Vermont | $39 for 2 years or $62 for 4 years | 2 or 4 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $24 |
| Virginia | $32 | 8 years (age 75+ typically 5 years) | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $20 |
| Washington | $61 for 6 years or $81 for 8 years | 6 or 8 years | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $20 revised/replacement license |
| West Virginia | $5 per year for a standard Class E license (plus applicable transaction/expiration rules) | Term varies under West Virginia expiration rules | Varies | Yes, for eligible drivers | $7.50 |
| Wisconsin | $42.50 | 8 years | $5.31 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $14 |
| Wyoming | $35 | 5 years (typical Class C) | $7.00 | Yes, for eligible drivers | $25 |
Last verified August 30, 2026. Figures shown are standard non-commercial driver-license transactions; age, term, county/local, online convenience, endorsement, late or status-specific charges can differ. Open a state guide for its official source.
The sticker price alone doesn't tell the full story. A $33 Texas license valid for 8 years costs $4.13/year — cheaper than a $30 Illinois license valid for 4 years at $7.50/year. The cost-per-year column is the fairest way to compare states.
Fees vary because each state sets its own DMV schedule independently through state legislation. Some fund DMV operations from general revenue (keeping fees low), others rely on fee income. The spread between the cheapest and most expensive state is nearly 10x.
A longer validity period means you pay less frequently. Texas and Florida both issue 8-year licenses — meaning you renew roughly once a decade. States like Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania issue 4-year licenses, requiring more frequent renewals. Arizona is the most unusual — standard licenses are valid until age 65, with a $25 photo renewal every 5 years.
No. In every U.S. state, a REAL ID costs exactly the same as a standard renewal. There is no REAL ID surcharge. The only difference is that first-time REAL ID applicants must visit a DMV office in person with four document categories: proof of identity, proof of Social Security number, two proofs of state residency, and name-change documents if applicable. See your state's REAL ID guide for the exact documents required.
Most states allow online renewal if your name and address have not changed and you are not upgrading to a REAL ID for the first time. Even in states that offer online renewal, some drivers must go in person — typically seniors above a certain age, drivers with vision conditions, or those requiring a new photo. Check your state's guide below for the exact rules.
Each state guide includes the full step-by-step renewal process, exact 2026 fees, required documents, senior rules, REAL ID information, and a direct link to the official DMV.