how much does a number plate cost

Short answer: it depends on your state and how flashy you want to be. Standard issue plates are usually bundled with registration, while basic replacements often run about $40–$100. Personalised or premium designs typically start around $150–$600+ upfront, with ongoing fees of roughly $100–$500 per year depending on style and state. Go full custom or premium materials and you can nudge $1,000–$2,000+ before the yearly tax on your ego kicks in. On the used market, collectible “heritage” plates can fetch anything from a few thousand to six figures, with rare low-number sets in NSW and VIC occasionally cracking seven. Prices are approximate; check your state authority for current fees.