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How Much Does an LLC Cost?
The cost to file an LLC varies from state to state but ranges from $40 to $500. How much your LLC will cost depends on which state your LLC will be formed in. Before starting your business, use the free LLC fees filing tool below to research and compare different state fees quickly and easily.
LLC Costs by State
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Other Expenses
Although the main cost when starting an LLC is the state filing fee, there are additional up-front and ongoing costs to plan for.
Upfront LLC Costs
In addition to the state filing fee there are other up-front costs that you need to be aware of. They vary by state and include:
- Fees to reserve the name of your LLC (from $10 to $50)
- Fees for filing a fictitious business name application if you're going to operate under a different name (ranges from $5 to $100)
- The cost of getting your business license (costs anywhere from $50 to $100)
- Permit fees (the permits or licenses your business may need will depends on your industry but can vary from $0 to thousands of dollars)
- Publication fees (Applicable in New York, Nebraska, & Arizona range from $40 to $2,000)
The Ongoing Costs of Running an LLC
Once your LLC is up and running, you'll need to pay recurring fees or maintenance costs to keep it in good standing with local and state government. Ongoing LLC costs also vary by state and include:
- Annual LLC taxes, sometimes known as franchise tax (usually $0 to $100 but can be as much as $800)
- Annual report fees (up to $500)
- Registered Agent fees (ranges from $100 to $300)
- Business license renewal fees (from $20 to $100) (up to $500)
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Not sure an LLC is Right for Your Business?
There are some businesses that can’t form an LLC such as banks, insurance companies, financial trusts, and other financial institutions. In some states, certain industries can’t form LLC’s either — for example accountants, architects, and health care providers can’t form LLCs in California. There are also some business types just that aren’t a good fit for forming an LLC:
- Startups that wish to offer stock options or bring on investors
- Nonprofits because it makes formation more complex and there are laws preventing it in many states
Get an overview of business structures and explore different business entities to ensure you pick the best business type for your needs with our business entity quiz. LLC not right for you? Get started with a C Corp or an S Corp.
Frequently Asked Questions About State Filing Fees
LLC filing fees vary from state to state, typically ranging from $40 to $500. With our $0 LLC package, you can establish your LLC and solely cover the fees mandated by your state. UsFilers' filing services come at no cost to you.
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Find out how to start an LLC in every state with our LLC state information map.
Filing an LLC can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. Easily compare state filing times side by side using our state filing times comparison tool.
Find out if your business name is available in your state with our business name search tool. Use our business license tool to find out if you need a business license. Ready to get started? File your LLC for free
You pay a one-time fee to form your LLC, but every year (or every two years, if your state requires a biennial report), you’ll need to file an annual report and pay the associated fees.
Filing your LLC with UsFilers is free. While you can handle the paperwork yourself, you'd still be responsible for paying the applicable state fees. So, why endure the hassle of navigating it solo when you can save time and stress by forming your LLC with UsFilers?
