Formation Requirements
by State

Forming an LLC requires meeting state-specific requirements that vary significantly across the country. Filing fees range from as low as $50 in states like Kentucky and Mississippi to over $500 in Massachusetts. Some states impose no annual report fees or franchise taxes, while others add ongoing compliance costs that can exceed the initial formation fee. This page aggregates official data from all 50 Secretary of State offices so you can compare requirements, costs, and rules before choosing where to form your LLC.