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How much does a driving test cost in California?

I want to take the driving test next week, but I don’t have a lot of money saved up right now and my parents won’t help me. How much should I expect to pay for my California driving test?

Liz Jenson · Updated on Apr 1, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

I’m sorry to hear that your parents won’t help you pay for your test! Fortunately, the driving test costs $38.00 in the state of

, which is less expensive than in other states.

California’s driving test is ranked 15th for difficulty, meaning it’s a good idea to prepare in advance if you want to avoid the $7.00 retesting fee charged by the DMV.

While you’re learning about your driving test, you might want to learn more about car insurance, too. Finding affordable insurance as a teen can be difficult, but the

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