Wisconsin at a glance Emissions test in some counties
| Safety inspection | No periodic safety inspection for personal vehicles. |
|---|---|
| Emissions test | Emissions test every two years in seven southeast counties, starting three model years after the vehicle's model year, and at certain ownership changes. |
| Emissions test | Not published — Not verified |
| Find a station / office | Wisconsin Vehicle Inspection Program |
Official sources: Wisconsin DMV: Emission test · Wis. Stat. 110.20. Checked 2026-10-04.
Counties with an emissions test (7)
- Kenosha CountyRules, fee and stations
- Milwaukee CountyRules, fee and stations
- Ozaukee CountyRules, fee and stations
- Racine CountyRules, fee and stations
- Sheboygan CountyRules, fee and stations
- Washington CountyRules, fee and stations
- Waukesha CountyRules, fee and stations
Everywhere else in Wisconsin: no emissions test for personal vehicles.
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 Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin
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
Lake County, IL (about 28 miles away): Official emissions test: $0
Call or visit the official office
Wisconsin Vehicle Inspection Program · Official website
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Frequently asked
Does Wisconsin require a vehicle safety inspection?
No periodic safety inspection for personal vehicles.
Does Wisconsin require an emissions test?
Emissions test every two years in seven southeast counties, starting three model years after the vehicle's model year, and at certain ownership changes.
Which counties are covered?
Kenosha County, Milwaukee County, Ozaukee County, Racine County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, Waukesha County.