How Much Does a Vermont
Driver's License Cost?
A Vermont driver's license costs $62 and lasts 4 years. Below are all 8 official fees from the Vermont DMV.
Vermont License Costs at a Glance
- Permit + first license (approx.)
- $86
- License valid for
- 4 years
- About $15.50 per year
- Replacement
- $24
- REAL ID
- No extra cost
At $62, Vermont's license fee is higher than in 44 other states. The national median is $34.
📊Official Vermont DMV Fees
From the Vermont DMV fee schedule. Verify current amounts before paying.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Operator License (4 year) | $62.00 |
| Operator License (2 year) | $39.00 |
| Learner's Permit | $24.00 |
| Junior Operator License (2 year) | $39.00 |
| REAL ID upgrade | No additional cost |
| Driver's Privilege Card (4 year) | $62.00 |
| Replacement License | $24.00 |
| Driver Education (state-approved school) | $500–$800 (varies by provider) |
🗓️When You Pay Each Fee in Vermont
- 1
Enroll in Driver Education at 15
Many Vermont high schools offer Driver Ed; private schools cost $500–$800.
- 2
Apply for a Learner's Permit at 15
Visit any Vermont DMV office with your parent/guardian, required documents, Driver Education enrollment proof, and $24 fee.
- 3
Receive the Junior Operator License at 16
Pay the $39 Junior Operator License fee.
- 4
Upgrade to Full Operator License at 18
Standard 4-year renewal cycle begins ($62); restrictions lift completely.
How much does a Vermont driver's license cost?
An Operator License is $62 (4-year) or $39 (2-year). The Learner's Permit is $24 and the Junior Operator License is $39. The Driver's Privilege Card is $62 (4-year). Replacement licenses are $24. State-approved Driver Education is $500–$800 at private schools.
🗺️Vermont Compared With Neighboring States
You must be a resident to get a state's license, but if you live near a border, here is how Vermont's fees compare.
| State | License | Permit |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | $62 | $24 |
| New York | $76.75–$102.50 | Included |
| New Hampshire | $50 | $10 |
| Massachusetts | $50 | $30 |
Budgeting Beyond the DMV Fee
The figures above are Vermont's official fees. Driver education, behind-the-wheel lessons, and insurance can cost more than the license itself.
Estimate your total Vermont cost
The official fees above are only part of the bill. Add your age, REAL ID, driver education and retests to see a realistic total for Vermont.
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