The National LLC Filing Fee Index

Real-time costs, processing times, and formation guides for all 50 states.

Starting a business shouldn't be a guessing game. Every state has unique fees, hidden annual costs, and varying processing speeds. We've indexed official Secretary of State data across the U.S. to give you a transparent, side-by-side comparison. Select your state below to see exactly what it costs to launch your LLC in 2026.

About Us

The National LLC Filing Fee Index is an independent data resource dedicated to providing entrepreneurs with transparent, real-time information on business formation costs across the United States. Our research team aggregates filing fees and processing times from all 50 Secretary of State offices to ensure accurate data for the next generation of American business owners.

Our Data Methodology: We manually verify fee data against Secretary of State schedules quarterly. We track not just initial filing fees, but hidden costs like name reservations and initial report fees.

‍Who We Serve: From side-hustlers to tech startups, we provide the raw data needed to make informed budget decisions before the first document is filed.

Transparency First: We believe business formation should be accessible. Our index is free to use and updated for 2026 regulations.

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Disclosure: The National LLC Filing Fee Index is an independent review site. We may receive compensation from the companies whose services we review (such as ZenBusiness). This compensation helps us maintain this free resource for small business owners. Our reviews are based on our own research and professional judgment.
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