Inflation bumps motor vehicle registration fees up in Shawnee County

SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) - Fees for renewing motor vehicle registrations are being raised next month due to inflation-related causes.

Shawnee County Treasurer Larry Mah says as of June 1, 2023 the facility fee for renewing motor vehicle registrations will go up by $2. This fee will apply to transactions completed at the Shawnee County Courthouse and the Motor Vehicle Annex.

Mah said the County Motor Vehicle Department is funded completely by fees and receives no tax dollars. The raising of the fee is required to cover the increased expenses related to inflation. The fee will apply to walk-in customers. You can avoid the $5 renewal fee by completing the renewal online, drop-off or by mail. This is the first increase in fees since 2013.

Mah said the increase is tied to helping the Shawnee County Treasurer's Office remain competitive in the job market. Wages have gone up by 28% within the last two years.

"Our starting wage has increased from $11.76 to $15.00 per hour since 2021," Mah said. "The increase is required in order for us to attract and retain staff."

To get in touch with the Shawnee County Treasurer's Office, you can call 785-251-6493 or send an email to larry.mah@snco.us. You can visit their website by clicking here.