LLC cost calculator
See the real cost to form and maintain an LLC in your state
An EIN from the IRS and a DIY operating agreement are free, so they're not included as costs here.
LLC cost in Alabama
Full Alabama guide →- State filing fee (one-time)
- $200
Estimated first-year costfrom $200
Ongoing: Alabama requires an annual Business Privilege Tax return; the state removed the $100 minimum tax for small businesses starting in 2024, but the return itself is still required.
Figures are approximate and change often — always confirm the current amounts with the Alabama Secretary of State. This is general information, not legal or tax advice.
LLC cost, answered
- How much does it cost to start an LLC?
- The main cost is your state's one-time filing fee, which ranges from about $35 to $500 depending on the state. Many states also charge an annual or biennial report fee. An EIN from the IRS is free, and you can act as your own registered agent at no cost.
- Which state is cheapest to form an LLC in?
- States like Kentucky, Montana, and Arkansas have some of the lowest filing fees, while Massachusetts and Tennessee are among the highest. However, you should almost always form in the state where you actually live and do business, since forming elsewhere means registering as a foreign LLC at home and paying two sets of fees.
- Are there ongoing costs after forming an LLC?
- Usually yes. Most states require an annual or biennial report with a fee, and some add a franchise tax or minimum business tax. A few states, like Ohio, Missouri, and New Mexico, have no annual report requirement.
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