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How much does a custom license plate cost in Illinois?
I really want a custom license plate, but I don’t have a lot of spare cash at the moment. Exactly how much should it cost to buy a custom license plate in Illinois?
Joshua Levy · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You can get custom
license plates
in Illinois
for $94 upfront, after which you can expect to pay an extra $47 in annual registration fees. While custom license plates are more expensive in Illinois than they are in other states, they’re still a relatively affordable option for customizing your car.Of course, the cost of custom plates can add up over time. Since custom license plates add an additional $47 a year to your Illinois registration fees, you’ll end up paying hundreds of dollars in the long run—exactly $470 over 10 years.
Pro tip: If you’re on the fence, it may be worthwhile to check and see whether your desired custom tag is taken. The easiest way is by using Illinois Secretary of State’s online “Pick-A-Plate” tool, which lets you input your desired text and checks for availability across registered plates in the state.
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