Delaware LLC Cost Calculator
- Filing fee
- Annual franchise tax
Fees rose in 2026 (formation $90 to $110, LLC annual tax $300 to $400 per the Division's rev. 8/2026 form); annual tax is due June 1, and some older Division pages still show $300.
How the Delaware LLC cost calculation works
How much is an LLC in Delaware? $110 to file with the state, then $400 a year (annual franchise tax). With no paid registered agent, the first year costs $110 in state fees and three years cost $910. Add a registered agent or other costs to see your own total.
File with the state: $110
Delaware charges $110 for a standard LLC filing. Expedited processing costs extra.
Keep it active: $400 a year (annual franchise tax)
Miss it and the state can add late fees or dissolve the LLC, even when the filing is free. Most states let you file online.
Registered agent: free if you act as your own
Every LLC needs a registered agent with a physical address in Delaware. You can be your own, or pay a service a yearly fee; enter it above.
Other costs depend on your business
Fees rose in 2026 (formation $90 to $110, LLC annual tax $300 to $400 per the Division's rev. 8/2026 form); annual tax is due June 1, and some older Division pages still show $300.
Worked example. Over 3 years, a Delaware LLC with no paid registered agent costs $910 in state fees: the $110 filing fee plus $800 in annual franchise tax fees (2 × $400).
Delaware LLC Cost FAQ
How much is an LLC in Delaware?
$110 to form, then $400 a year (annual franchise tax). With no paid registered agent, the first year costs $110 in state fees and three years cost $910. A paid registered agent and any publication or license fees are on top.
What is the Delaware LLC filing fee?
$110 for a standard filing of the formation document, checked on the official Delaware site on 20 Oct 2026.
Does Delaware charge an annual fee for LLCs?
Yes: $400 a year (annual franchise tax). Fees rose in 2026 (formation $90 to $110, LLC annual tax $300 to $400 per the Division's rev. 8/2026 form); annual tax is due June 1, and some older Division pages still show $300.
How much does a Delaware LLC cost per year?
$400 a year in state fees, plus a registered agent if you pay one.
How does Delaware compare with other states?
Delaware's filing fee is $110. 28 of the 50 states and DC charge less to file, and 2 others charge the same $110. The median filing fee is $100, and fees run from $35 to $500.
Do I need to pay for a registered agent?
No. You can act as your own registered agent if you have a physical address in the state and are available in business hours. A service costs extra each year.
Are there other costs to start an LLC?
An EIN from the IRS is free. You may also need a local business license, a DBA, or a professional operating agreement.
Sources: Delaware official source 1 · Delaware official source 2 · IRS: Get an employer identification number (free)
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LLC cost in other states
- Alabama$200
- Alaska$250
- Arizona$50
- Arkansas$45
- California$70
- Colorado$50
- Connecticut$120
- Delaware$110
- District of Columbia$99
- Florida$125
- Georgia$110
- Hawaii$50
- Idaho$100
- Illinois$150
- Indiana$95
- Iowa$50
- Kansas$85
- Kentucky$40
- Louisiana$125
- Maine$175
- Maryland$100
- Massachusetts$500
- Michigan$50
- Minnesota$135
- Mississippi$50
- Missouri$50
- Montana$35
- Nebraska$100
- Nevada$75
- New Hampshire$100
- New Jersey$100
- New Mexico$50
- New York$200
- North Carolina$125
- North Dakota$135
- Ohio$99
- Oklahoma$100
- Oregon$100
- Pennsylvania$125
- Rhode Island$150
- South Carolina$110
- South Dakota$150
- Tennessee$300
- Texas$300
- Utah$59
- Vermont$155
- Virginia$100
- Washington$180
- West Virginia$100
- Wisconsin$130
- Wyoming$100
Filing fee to form an LLC, checked on each state's official site.