LLC Formation Cost Calculator

Hamza Gujjar Reviewed by Hamza Gujjar, Algorithm Architect & Software Developer Last updated: July 27, 2026
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LLC Formation Cost Calculator

Forming an LLC involves several distinct cost components - this calculator combines them into a clear first-year total plus ongoing annual cost.

First-Year Cost = State Filing Fee + Registered Agent Fee + Operating Agreement Cost

Example

$100 state filing fee, $125/year registered agent, $150 operating agreement:

First-Year Cost = $375 ($125/year ongoing)

State Filing Fees Vary Enormously

State LLC filing fees range from under $50 in some states to several hundred dollars in others - many states also charge separate annual report fees or franchise taxes beyond this initial formation cost, which aren't captured in this calculator and should be researched separately for your specific state.

Why a Registered Agent Is Required

Every state requires an LLC to maintain a registered agent - a person or company designated to accept legal documents (like lawsuit service) on the LLC's behalf at a physical address within the state. This is typically the only recurring annual cost in this basic formation estimate, unless your state also charges additional recurring compliance fees or your operating agreement needs periodic legal review.