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LLC Formation Costs & Timeline
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026
Compare LLC formation costs and timelines across all 50 states including filing fees, annual fees, processing times, and online filing availability.
50 States4 data columnsLast updated: Mar 2025
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| State | Filing Fee | Annual Fee | Processing | Online Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $200 | $100 privilege tax minimum | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Alaska | $250 | $100 biennial report | 10-15 business days | Yes |
| Arizona | $50 | No annual report fee | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Arkansas | $45 | $150 franchise tax | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| California | $70 | $800 franchise tax + $20 report | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Colorado | $50 | $10 periodic report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Connecticut | $120 | $80 annual report | 5-8 business days | Yes |
| Delaware | $90 | $300 annual tax | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Florida | $125 | $138.75 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Georgia | $100 | $50 annual registration | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Hawaii | $50 | $15 annual report | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Idaho | $100 | No annual report fee | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Illinois | $150 | $75 annual report | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Indiana | $95 | $31 biennial report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Iowa | $50 | $60 biennial report | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Kansas | $160 | $55 annual report | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Kentucky | $40 | $15 annual report | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Louisiana | $100 | $35 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Maine | $175 | $85 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Maryland | $100 | $300 personal property return | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Massachusetts | $500 | $500 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Michigan | $50 | $25 annual statement | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Minnesota | $155 (online) | No annual report fee | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Mississippi | $50 | No annual report fee | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Missouri | $50 | No annual report fee | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Montana | $70 | $20 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Nebraska | $105 | $10 biennial report | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Nevada | $75 | $150 annual list + $200 business license | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| New Hampshire | $100 | $100 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| New Jersey | $125 | $75 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| New Mexico | $50 | No annual report fee | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| New York | $200 | $25 biennial statement (+ publication) | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| North Carolina | $125 | $200 annual report | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| North Dakota | $135 | $50 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Ohio | $99 | No annual report fee | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Oklahoma | $100 | $25 annual certificate | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Oregon | $100 | $100 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Pennsylvania | $125 | $70 decennial report | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Rhode Island | $150 | $50 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| South Carolina | $110 | No annual report fee | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| South Dakota | $150 | $50 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Tennessee | $300 min | $300 min annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Texas | $300 | Franchise tax (varies by revenue) | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Utah | $54 | $18 annual renewal | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Vermont | $125 | $35 annual report | 5-10 business days | Yes |
| Virginia | $100 | $50 annual registration | 3-5 business days | Yes |
| Washington | $200 | $60 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| West Virginia | $100 | $25 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Wisconsin | $130 (online) | $25 annual report | 5-7 business days | Yes |
| Wyoming | $100 | $60 annual report | 3-5 business days | Yes |
LLC formation costs and processing times may change. Additional fees may apply for expedited processing, registered agent services, or publication requirements. Verify with your state's Secretary of State office.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.