The Deed Recording Fee is imposed by the clerk of court of each county for the privilege of recording a deed when land, tenements or other real estate is transferred to another person.

The Deed Recording Fee is​:

• $1.85 on realty value of $100-$500
• $1.85 for each $500 increments afterwards
  • The state portion is $1.30
  • The county portion is $.55​

Pay Deed Recording Fees using our free online tax portal, MyDORWAY:

• County clerks of court or registers of deeds must collect and pay the state’s portion of the Deed Recording Fee monthly.
• Counties with a tax liability of $15,000 must file and pay electronically.​