Cheapest and costliest states to start an LLC (2026)
The lowest state total is Montana at $35; the highest is California at $870. Mainstay Filing, our best overall pick, is $199 on top in any state.
Five cheapest
Five costliest
| State | State total | With Mainstay Filing |
|---|---|---|
| California | $870 | $1,069 |
| Rhode Island | $550 | $749 |
| Massachusetts | $500 | $699 |
| Nevada | $425 | $624 |
| Texas | $300 | $499 |