Short answer: Yes for most vehicles
| Emissions | Annual emissions inspection in 25 counties. Most vehicles in the other 42 counties get a visual anti-tampering check during the safety inspection. |
|---|---|
| Safety | Annual safety inspection for most vehicles. Station fees are set by each station. |
| Safety and emissions inspection | Not published — Set by each station; not published statewide |
| Find a station | Drive Clean PA station locator |
Sources: Drive Clean PA · Drive Clean PA: other counties · 67 Pa. Code § 177.51. Checked 2026-10-04.
About the missing details
Why it's missing: We only list inspection fees published by an official source. Stations or the local program set the price for Centre County, and we couldn't find an official published price, so check the station's posted price or call the program below.
General information
Not specific to Centre County
Where states publish an inspection price, it ranges from free (Illinois, Delaware DMV lanes, Ohio's first passing E-Check) to $55 every two years (Rhode Island). Many states let each station set its own price and only require it to be posted. Texas caps emissions tests at $11.50–$18.50.
Closest place with verified data
Portage County, OH (about 80 miles away): E-Check test: $0
Call or visit the official office
Drive Clean PA station locator · Official website
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Stations in Centre County
Use the official Drive Clean PA station locator to find a licensed station near you.
Featured stations: none yet. Paid listings are labeled "Featured · paid placement".
Frequently asked
Do I need an emissions test in Centre County, Pennsylvania?
Yes, for most covered vehicles. Annual emissions inspection in 25 counties. Most vehicles in the other 42 counties get a visual anti-tampering check during the safety inspection.
Do I need a safety inspection in Centre County?
Annual safety inspection for most vehicles. Station fees are set by each station.