As the hub for roughly 85% of U.S. RV manufacturing (specifically Elkhart), Indiana often has the lowest prices on new trailers because buyers can save between $1,000 and $3,000 in shipping costs.
If you only consider the dealer's price, states with high competition or proximity to manufacturers generally offer the best deals.
Finding the cheapest state to buy a travel trailer depends on whether you are looking for the lowest or the lowest total cost of ownership , which includes sales tax and registration fees. Cheapest States by Purchase Price
These states have the largest secondary markets. Due to a high volume of retirees and "snowbirds," there is a massive supply of used trailers, which forces dealers to keep new and used prices competitive.
The biggest "hidden" cost is often sales tax. For a , a 10% tax adds $10,000 to your final bill.
To find the lowest price in southern states like Florida or Arizona, shop during the summer off-season when demand from snowbirds drops. Cheapest States for Taxes and Registration