How to start an LLC in every state
Every state sets its own filing fee and yearly costs. Pick your state for a step-by-step guide, or use the cost calculator to estimate your total.
| State | Filing fee | Ongoing state fee |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $200 | $0 for most small LLCs |
| Alaska | $250 | $100 every 2 years |
| Arizona | $50 | $0 (no annual report) |
| Arkansas | $45 | $150/yr franchise tax |
| California | $70 | $800/yr franchise tax + $20 every 2 years |
| Colorado | $50 | $25/yr |
| Connecticut | $120 | $80/yr |
| Delaware | $110 | $400/yr flat tax |
| District of Columbia | $99 | $300 every 2 years |
| Florida | $125 | $138.75/yr |
| Georgia | $100 | $50/yr |
| Hawaii | $50 | $15/yr |
| Idaho | $100 | $0 (report is free) |
| Illinois | $150 | $75/yr |
| Indiana | $95 | $31 every 2 years |
| Iowa | $50 | $30 every 2 years |
| Kansas | $160 | $55/yr |
| Kentucky | $40 | $15/yr |
| Louisiana | $125 | $35/yr |
| Maine | $175 | $85/yr |
| Maryland | $100 | $300/yr |
| Massachusetts | $500 | $500/yr |
| Michigan | $50 | $25/yr |
| Minnesota | $155 | $0 (no fee to renew) |
| Mississippi | $50 | $0 |
| Missouri | $50 | $0 (no annual report) |
| Montana | $35 | $20/yr |
| Nebraska | $100 | $10 every 2 years |
| Nevada | $425 | $350/yr |
| New Hampshire | $100 | $100/yr |
| New Jersey | $125 | $75/yr |
| New Mexico | $50 | $0 (no annual report) |
| New York | $200 | $9 every 2 years |
| North Carolina | $125 | $200/yr |
| North Dakota | $135 | $50/yr |
| Ohio | $99 | $0 (no annual report) |
| Oklahoma | $100 | $25/yr |
| Oregon | $100 | $100/yr |
| Pennsylvania | $125 | $7/yr |
| Rhode Island | $150 | $50/yr |
| South Carolina | $110 | $0 (no annual report) |
| South Dakota | $150 | $50/yr |
| Tennessee | $300 | $300/yr minimum |
| Texas | $300 | $0 for most LLCs |
| Utah | $54 | $18/yr |
| Vermont | $125 | $35/yr |
| Virginia | $100 | $50/yr |
| Washington | $200 | $70/yr |
| West Virginia | $100 | $25/yr |
| Wisconsin | $130 | $25/yr |
| Wyoming | $100 | $60/yr minimum |
Fees change over time. Always confirm with your state's filing office before you file.