LLC Annual Fees by State 2025

When forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC), it’s essential to understand not just the initial startup costs but also the ongoing maintenance expenses. One of the most significant ongoing costs is the LLC annual fee, which varies considerably by state.

The table below provides a comprehensive overview of LLC annual fees by state as of 2025. Currently, the average LLC annual fee in the U.S. is approximately $91.

While most states refer to this recurring requirement as an “Annual Report,” you’ll encounter a variety of other names, including:

• Annual Certificate
• Annual List of Members
• Annual Registration Fee
• Biennial Report (filed every two years)
• Biennial Statement (filed every two years)
• Business Privilege Tax Return
• Franchise Tax Report
• Periodic Report
• And more!

Important Considerations: Just because certain states appear to have cheaper fees doesn’t automatically mean you should form an LLC there. Making such a decision solely based on fees can often lead to significantly higher costs down the line. You could inadvertently end up illegally “transacting business” in your home state, potentially forcing you to file two LLCs (a Domestic LLC in your operating state and a Foreign LLC in the “cheaper” state).

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What’s the LLC Filing Fee? 💸

The LLC filing fee is a one-time fee paid to the state to officially form your LLC. You can consider your LLC filing fee as one of your primary LLC startup costs. This fee covers the state’s processing of your initial Articles of Organization (or equivalent document).

What’s the LLC Annual Fee? 📅

The LLC annual fee is an ongoing, recurring fee paid to the state to ensure your LLC remains in compliance and good standing. You should budget for these annual fees as a key part of your LLC maintenance costs.

• This fee is typically paid every 1 or 2 years, depending on your state’s specific requirements.
• These ongoing fees are mandatory, regardless of your LLC’s income or operational activity. This means you are required to pay this fee even if your LLC has no business activity or earns no money in a given year.
• Failure to pay the annual fee will result in severe consequences, often leading to the state administratively dissolving (shutting down) your LLC. This holds true for over 90% of U.S. states.

LLC Annual Fees by State (as of 2025)

Here is a detailed table outlining the LLC filing fees and LLC annual fees for each state, along with their due dates and the relevant government entity or form name.