Idaho Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Idaho? We analyzed 458 verified OTD quotes from 229 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 171 rated Idaho dealers is $385, $19 below the national average, based on 458 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Gem State
Idaho's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Idaho has the 34th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $385.
- 151 of 229 rated Idaho dealers earned an A for transparency; 37 earned a D or F.
- Mike White Ford in Ponderay is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Idaho range from $30 to $899 — Phil Meador Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Idaho is accessories, appearing on 52% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,205.
Idaho Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Idaho
The most transparent dealers in Idaho, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Mike White Ford
Ponderay, ID
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesDave Smith Chevrolet GMC
Kellogg, ID
$185 below the Idaho average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPost Falls Volkswagen
Post Falls, ID
$136 below the Idaho average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPeak Auto Sales Llc
Pocatello, IDPocatello, ID
Wackerli Subaru
Idaho Falls, IDIdaho Falls, ID
Parker Subaru
Coeur d'Alene, IDCoeur d'Alene, ID
Rob Green Auto Group
Twin Falls, IDTwin Falls, ID
Larry H. Miller Subaru Boise
Boise, IDBoise, ID
Parker Toyota
Coeur d'Alene, IDCoeur d'Alene, ID
Larry H. Miller Honda Boise
Boise, IDBoise, ID
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Highest Doc Fees in Idaho
These Idaho dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $385.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phil Meador Toyota | $688 | 9 |
| 2 | Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Twin Falls | $599 | 4 |
| 3 | Peterson BMW Of Boise | $599 | 3 |
| 4 | Liberty GMC | $599 | 16 |
| 5 | Autosavvy Of Boise | $599 | 3 |
| 6 | Goode Motor Mazda | $556 | 7 |
| 7 | Dave Smith Frontier Sales | $549 | 3 |
| 8 | Peterson Toyota | $549 | 6 |
| 9 | Dave Smith | $549 | 4 |
| 10 | Corwin Ford Nampa | $529 | 10 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Idaho
These Idaho dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales | D 67/100 | $497 | 4 |
| Autosavvy Of Boise | C 70/100 | $599 | 3 |
| Goode Motor Mazda | C 71/100 | $556 | 7 |
| Dennis Dillon GMC | C 73/100 | $499 | 4 |
| Young GMC Of Burley | C 73/100 | $448 | 4 |
| Lithia Ford Of Boise | C 78/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Peterson Chevrolet Buick Cadillac | B 82/100 | $499 | 5 |
| Liberty GMC | B 84/100 | $599 | 16 |
| Caribou Ford | B 85/100 | $275 | 4 |
| Young Mazda Of Idaho Falls | B 85/100 | $448 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Idaho
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Idaho, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Idaho
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Idaho?
Chevrolet
15 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
GMC
14 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Ford
14 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
14 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Chrysler
13 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ram
13 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Dodge
12 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Toyota
10 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
8 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Hyundai
7 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Buick
6 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Volkswagen
6 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Nissan
5 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Cadillac
4 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
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How Idaho compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Idaho Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Idaho?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Idaho is $385, based on 458 verified out-the-door quotes from 171 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $19 below the $404 national average.
Which Idaho dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Phil Meador Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Idaho at $688. Doc fees across the state range from $30 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Idaho?
Mike White Ford in Ponderay is the highest-rated dealer in Idaho with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Idaho?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Idaho dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 151 of 229 rated Idaho dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.