{"id":4427,"date":"2026-01-22T11:13:45","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:13:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/?p=4427"},"modified":"2026-07-18T06:56:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T06:56:48","slug":"cheapest-state-to-form-an-llc-ranking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/cheapest-state-to-form-an-llc-ranking\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheapest State to Form an LLC? 2026 Ranking"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- ==============================================  ============================================================ -->\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Cheapest State to Form an LLC in 2026 (Best for Non-Residents &#038; Online Sellers)\">\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Montana ($35) is cheapest to file. New Mexico ($0 annual) is cheapest to maintain. Wyoming is best for non-residents, Amazon &#038; Shopify sellers. 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Here is the cheat sheet:<\/p>\n        <div class=\"ws-bluf-grid\">\n            <div class=\"ws-bluf-item\">\n                <strong>\ud83c\udfc6 New Mexico<\/strong>\n                Cheapest to maintain \u2014 $50 setup, $0 annual fees forever\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"ws-bluf-item\">\n                <strong>\ud83d\udd12 Wyoming<\/strong>\n                Best for privacy &amp; non-residents \u2014 $100 setup, $60\/yr\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"ws-bluf-item\">\n                <strong>\ud83d\udcc9 Montana<\/strong>\n                Lowest filing fee \u2014 $35 (best if you&#8217;re based there)\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Intro -->\n    <p>Finding the <strong>cheapest state to form an LLC<\/strong> is the first strategic move for any entrepreneur launching an Amazon FBA business, a Shopify store, a freelance operation, or a dropshipping brand \u2014 especially if you are a <strong>non-US resident<\/strong> forming your company remotely. But &#8220;cheap&#8221; can be dangerously misleading.<\/p>\n    <p>Arkansas lures you in with a low $45 filing fee, then hits you with a mandatory <strong>$150 franchise tax every single year<\/strong>. California looks manageable until you discover the <strong>$800 minimum annual tax<\/strong> regardless of revenue. And the state with the lowest filing fee (Montana, at $35) may cost you <em>more<\/em> in the long run if you don&#8217;t actually live there, because you would have to register a second time in your home state.<\/p>\n    <p>To keep you out of these traps, we ranked every state using <strong>2026 Secretary of State data<\/strong> by <strong>total long-term cost<\/strong> (filing fee + annual fee) and by <strong>who each state is actually best for<\/strong>. If you are forming from outside the US, jump to our <a href=\"#non-resident\" style=\"color:var(--ws-accent); font-weight:600;\">non-resident section<\/a> for the short answer.<\/p>\n\n    <!-- Who Is This For -->\n    <h2>\ud83c\udfaf Which State Is Right for Your Situation?<\/h2>\n    <p>The right state depends on your specific use case. Here is the fastest way to find your answer:<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ws-use-case-grid\" data-entity=\"llc-state-recommendations-by-use-case\">\n        <div class=\"ws-use-case-card\">\n            <h4>\ud83d\uded2 Non-Resident Amazon\/E-Commerce Seller<\/h4>\n            <p>You live outside the US and sell online. Privacy, bank recognition, and asset protection matter.<\/p>\n            <span class=\"rec\">\u2192 Recommended: Wyoming<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-use-case-card\">\n            <h4>\ud83d\udcbb Freelancer \/ Remote Worker<\/h4>\n            <p>You want the lowest possible long-term cost to legitimize income and open a US bank account.<\/p>\n            <span class=\"rec\">\u2192 Recommended: New Mexico<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-use-case-card\">\n            <h4>\ud83d\udce6 Small US-Based Business Owner<\/h4>\n            <p>You operate in a specific state and need to register where you do business.<\/p>\n            <span class=\"rec\">\u2192 Recommended: Your home state<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-use-case-card\">\n            <h4>\ud83d\ude80 Startup Seeking VC Funding<\/h4>\n            <p>You plan to raise venture capital and need an investor-friendly legal structure.<\/p>\n            <span class=\"rec\">\u2192 Recommended: Delaware<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-use-case-card\">\n            <h4>\ud83d\udcb0 Based in Montana (or nearby)<\/h4>\n            <p>You live or operate in Montana and want the absolute lowest filing fee.<\/p>\n            <span class=\"rec\">\u2192 Recommended: Montana ($35)<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-use-case-card\">\n            <h4>\ud83c\udf10 Australia \/ NZ \/ Global Seller<\/h4>\n            <p>You live abroad and sell to US customers via Amazon, Shopify, or Stripe.<\/p>\n            <span class=\"rec\">\u2192 Recommended: New Mexico or Wyoming<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>\ud83c\udfc6 The 2026 Top Picks by Category<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"ws-info-grid-3\">\n        <div class=\"ws-info-card ws-card-green\">\n            <span style=\"font-size:2rem;\">\ud83e\udd47<\/span>\n            <h3>New Mexico \u2014 Cheapest to Maintain<\/h3>\n            <ul>\n                <li><strong>Filing Fee:<\/strong> $50<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong> $0<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Annual Report:<\/strong> Not required<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Anonymous Ownership:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n            <p>New Mexico combines a low startup fee with <strong>zero annual fees and no reporting<\/strong>. After year one you pay nothing \u2014 the cheapest long-term LLC in the USA.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-info-card ws-card-purple\">\n            <span style=\"font-size:2rem;\">\ud83e\udd48<\/span>\n            <h3>Wyoming \u2014 Best for Non-Residents<\/h3>\n            <ul>\n                <li><strong>Filing Fee:<\/strong> $100<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong> $60<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Asset Protection:<\/strong> Strongest in the US<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Privacy:<\/strong> Members not public record<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n            <p>Wyoming has the strongest asset protection in the country, the best bank recognition, and is the industry standard for non-resident Amazon and Shopify sellers.<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/how-to-form-a-wyoming-llc-remotely\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:var(--ws-accent);\">Read the Wyoming Guide \u2192<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ws-info-card ws-card-orange\">\n            <span style=\"font-size:2rem;\">\ud83e\udd49<\/span>\n            <h3>Montana \u2014 Lowest Filing Fee<\/h3>\n            <ul>\n                <li><strong>Filing Fee:<\/strong> $35 (lowest in USA)<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong> $0 through 2027<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Best if:<\/strong> you live\/operate in MT<\/li>\n                <li><strong>Runner-up:<\/strong> Kentucky ($40)<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n            <p>Montana has the lowest filing fee in the country. The catch: if you don&#8217;t live or do business there, you&#8217;ll have to register again in your home state, which usually erases the savings.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- NON-RESIDENT SECTION (winnable, on-brand keyword) -->\n    <h2 id=\"non-resident\">\ud83c\udf0d Cheapest State to Form an LLC for Non-Residents<\/h2>\n    <p>If you are forming a US LLC from outside the country, ignore the &#8220;lowest filing fee&#8221; states that require local residency. For non-residents running an online business, the decision comes down to two states:<\/p>\n    <ul>\n        <li><strong>New Mexico<\/strong> if your only goal is the lowest ongoing cost. At $50 to file and $0 per year, it is the cheapest US LLC to maintain, and it allows anonymous ownership. The trade-off: some US banks are less familiar with New Mexico LLCs, so account opening can take an extra round of questions.<\/li>\n        <li><strong>Wyoming<\/strong> if you want the smoothest path to banking and the strongest legal protection. At $100 to file and $60 per year, it costs slightly more, but Wyoming LLCs are widely recognized by fintech banks like Mercury, Relay, and Wise, and the state&#8217;s privacy and charging-order protection are the best in the country. This is why Wyoming is the default recommendation for non-resident Amazon, Shopify, and Stripe sellers.<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <p>Whichever you choose, you will need a US Registered Agent, an EIN, and a US business bank account. Our related guides walk through each step: <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/how-to-form-a-wyoming-llc-remotely\/\">forming a Wyoming LLC remotely<\/a>, opening a <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/us-business-bank-account-for-non-residents\/\">US business bank account as a non-resident<\/a>, getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/us-virtual-address-for-llc-non-residents\/\">US virtual address for your LLC<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/how-to-hide-llc-ownership-top-4-private-states\/\">keeping your LLC ownership private<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n    <!-- 5-YEAR COST COMPARISON -->\n    <h2>\ud83d\udcca 5-Year Total Cost Comparison (Top States)<\/h2>\n    <p>The filing fee is only the beginning. Here is what you will actually spend over five years in the most popular low-cost states:<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ws-table-wrapper\">\n        <table class=\"ws-compare-table\" data-entity=\"llc-5-year-cost-comparison\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>State<\/th>\n                    <th>Year 1 Cost<\/th>\n                    <th>Annual Fee<\/th>\n                    <th>5-Year Total<\/th>\n                    <th>Best For<\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td><strong>Montana<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-success); font-weight:700;\">$35<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-success); font-weight:700;\">$0*<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-success); font-weight:700;\">$35*<\/td>\n                    <td>Residents of Montana only<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr class=\"winner\">\n                    <td><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 New Mexico<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-success); font-weight:700;\">$50<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-success); font-weight:700;\">$0<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-success); font-weight:700;\">$50<\/td>\n                    <td>Freelancers, non-residents, long-term savings<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td><strong>Missouri<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td>$50<\/td>\n                    <td>$0<\/td>\n                    <td>$50<\/td>\n                    <td>Zero annual fees alternative to NM<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td><strong>Kentucky<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td>$40<\/td>\n                    <td>$15<\/td>\n                    <td>$100<\/td>\n                    <td>Low upfront cost<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td><strong>Wyoming<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td>$100<\/td>\n                    <td>$60<\/td>\n                    <td>$340<\/td>\n                    <td>Privacy, asset protection, non-resident e-commerce<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td><strong>Texas<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td>$300<\/td>\n                    <td>$0*<\/td>\n                    <td>$300*<\/td>\n                    <td>US-based businesses under $1.23M revenue<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr style=\"background:#fff5f5;\">\n                    <td><strong>\u274c California<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-danger); font-weight:700;\">$870<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-danger); font-weight:700;\">$800+<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-danger); font-weight:700;\">$3,870+<\/td>\n                    <td>Avoid unless you operate in California<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr style=\"background:#fff5f5;\">\n                    <td><strong>\u274c Massachusetts<\/strong><\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-danger); font-weight:700;\">$1,000<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-danger); font-weight:700;\">$500<\/td>\n                    <td style=\"color:var(--ws-danger); font-weight:700;\">$3,000<\/td>\n                    <td>Avoid for remote or non-resident businesses<\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p style=\"font-size:0.85rem; color:#64748b;\">*Montana annual report is $0 through 2027 (then subject to change); a Montana LLC is only cost-effective if you live or operate there. Texas franchise tax applies only if annual revenue exceeds $1.23 million.<\/p>\n\n    <!-- States to Avoid -->\n    <div class=\"ws-avoid-box\" data-entity=\"llc-states-to-avoid\">\n        <h3>\u26a0\ufe0f 5 States to Avoid When Forming an LLC<\/h3>\n        <p>These states appear affordable but carry significant hidden or recurring costs:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li><strong>California<\/strong> \u2014 $800 minimum annual franchise tax regardless of profit. Avoid unless you physically operate there.<\/li>\n            <li><strong>New York<\/strong> \u2014 a mandatory &#8220;publication requirement&#8221; forces new LLCs to publish notices in two newspapers, costing <strong>$500\u2013$1,500+<\/strong> depending on the county.<\/li>\n            <li><strong>Massachusetts<\/strong> \u2014 $500 to file and $500 every year, the most expensive state to maintain an LLC.<\/li>\n            <li><strong>Nevada<\/strong> \u2014 marketed as a &#8220;tax haven&#8221; but charges $425 to file and $350 annually, with fewer real benefits than Wyoming.<\/li>\n            <li><strong>Tennessee<\/strong> \u2014 a minimum franchise tax of $100+ applies every year even with zero revenue.<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"ws-ad-container\">\n        <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-8831630778442397\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8831630778442397\" data-ad-slot=\"5208988166\"><\/ins>\n        <script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- FULL 50-STATE TABLE (Montana corrected + moved to #1) -->\n    <h2>\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 All 50 States: LLC Cost Ranking (Verified 2026 Data)<\/h2>\n    <p>This table is sorted by <strong>lowest initial filing fee<\/strong>. Pay close attention to the Annual Fee and Notes columns to avoid expensive surprises. Data reflects each state&#8217;s Secretary of State fees for 2026.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ws-table-wrapper\">\n        <table class=\"ws-50-state-table\" data-entity=\"all-50-states-llc-filing-fees-2026\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th class=\"col-rank\">#<\/th>\n                    <th class=\"col-state\">State<\/th>\n                    <th class=\"col-fee\">Filing Fee<\/th>\n                    <th class=\"col-fee\">Annual Fee<\/th>\n                    <th class=\"col-notes\">Notes &amp; Hidden Costs<\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">1<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Montana<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$35<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0*<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-best\">Lowest Filing<\/span> Annual report $0 through 2027. Best only if you live\/operate in MT.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">2<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Kentucky<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$40<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$15<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-best\">Low Upfront<\/span> Simple $15 annual report due June 30.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">3<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Arkansas<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$45<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$150<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-warn\">Tax Trap<\/span> Mandatory franchise tax makes it expensive annually.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">4<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">New Mexico<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-best\">Best Long-Term<\/span> No annual report. Anonymous ownership allowed.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">5<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Missouri<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-best\">Hidden Gem<\/span> No annual report. Underrated zero-fee state.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">6<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Mississippi<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report required but fee is $0.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">7<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Colorado<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$25<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Very fast online filing system. Periodic report ~$25.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">8<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Hawaii<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$15<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Fine for online businesses. Low annual fee.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">9<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Michigan<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$25<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Standard annual statement. Straightforward process.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">10<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Iowa<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$30<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Biennial report (every 2 years, ~$30\u2013$45).<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">11<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Arizona<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-warn\">Hidden Cost<\/span> Newspaper publication notice required: ~$150+.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">12<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Utah<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$59<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$18<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Small annual renewal fee. Straightforward filing.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">13<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">California<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$70<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$800+<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-avoid\">Avoid<\/span> $800 minimum annual franchise tax regardless of revenue.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">14<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Delaware<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$110<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$300<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Best for VC-backed startups. Expensive for small businesses.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">15<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Indiana<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$95<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$31<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Biennial report (~$31 every 2 years, online).<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">16<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Ohio<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$99<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">No annual report or annual fee required.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">17<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Wyoming<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$60<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-best\">Best for Non-Residents<\/span> Strongest asset protection. Great bank recognition.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">18<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Georgia<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Simple annual registration. Good banking infrastructure.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">19<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Idaho<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report required but filing fee is $0.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">20<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Oregon<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Flat fees across the board. Predictable costs.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">21<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Virginia<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual registration fee. Strong business ecosystem.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">22<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Louisiana<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$35<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Low annual fee. Online filing available.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">23<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Maryland<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$300<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Personal Property Return required annually. Expensive to maintain.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">24<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Oklahoma<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$25<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual certificate fee. Straightforward process.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">25<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">W. Virginia<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$25<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report due July 1.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">26<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Nebraska<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$105<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$10<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-warn\">Publication<\/span> Newspaper notice required (~$100\u2013$200 extra).<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">27<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">South Carolina<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$110<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">No annual report required unless taxed as S-Corp.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">28<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Connecticut<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$120<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$80<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report due March 31.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">29<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Florida<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$125<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$138<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-warn\">Strict Penalties<\/span> $400 late fee if annual report missed.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">30<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">N. Carolina<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$125<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$200<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee is high. Less competitive than neighbors.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">31<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Pennsylvania<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$125<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$7<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report now required ($7). Formerly decennial.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">32<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">New Jersey<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$125<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$75<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee. Straightforward process.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">33<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Vermont<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$125<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$35<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee. Smaller business community.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">34<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">North Dakota<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$135<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report due November 15.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">35<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Wisconsin<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$130<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$25<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee. Reasonable maintenance cost.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">36<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Rhode Island<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$150<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">37<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Illinois<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$150<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$75<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">38<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">South Dakota<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$150<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">No state income tax. Decent privacy laws.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">39<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Kansas<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$160<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$50<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">40<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Maine<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$175<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$85<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee. Expensive for a small state.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">41<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">New Hampshire<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Annual report fee matches filing fee.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">42<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Washington<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$200<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$70<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">B&amp;O tax may apply. Annual report ~$70.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">43<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Alabama<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$200<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$100+<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Privilege tax minimum of $100 annually.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">44<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">New York<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$200<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$9<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-avoid\">Avoid<\/span> Mandatory publication in two newspapers: $500\u2013$1,500+ cost.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">45<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Alaska<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$250<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$100<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Biennial report ($100 every 2 years).<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">46<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Texas<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$300<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$0*<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Franchise tax only if revenue exceeds $1.23M\/year.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">47<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Tennessee<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$300<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$300<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Minimum franchise tax applies annually.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">48<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Nevada<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$425<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$350<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-avoid\">Avoid<\/span> Oversold as a tax haven. Far pricier than Wyoming.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">49<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">Massachusetts<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$500<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$500<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\"><span class=\"badge-avoid\">Avoid<\/span> Most expensive state to maintain an LLC long-term.<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td class=\"col-rank\">50<\/td><td class=\"col-state\">D.C.<\/td><td class=\"col-fee\">$99<\/td><td class=\"col-bad-fee\">$300<\/td><td class=\"col-notes\">Biennial report ($300). High ongoing cost.<\/td><\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"ws-note\">\ud83d\udccc State filing and annual fees change periodically. These figures reflect 2026 Secretary of State schedules and are provided for general comparison, not legal or tax advice. Always confirm the current fee on your state&#8217;s official Secretary of State website before filing, and consult a qualified professional for your specific situation.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"ws-ad-container\">\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8831630778442397\" data-ad-slot=\"5208988166\"><\/ins>\n        <script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- FAQ -->\n    <div id=\"faq\" class=\"ws-faq\" data-entity=\"llc-faq\">\n        <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n        <details>\n            <summary>What is the cheapest state to form an LLC in the USA in 2026?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>Montana is the cheapest state to file an LLC in 2026<\/strong> at a $35 filing fee with $0 annual report through 2027, followed by <strong>Kentucky at $40<\/strong>. However, Montana only makes sense if you live or operate there, since otherwise you must also register as a foreign LLC in your home state. For long-term ownership, <strong>New Mexico is the best value<\/strong> at $50 to file and $0 in annual fees with no annual report.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>What is the cheapest state to form an LLC for a non-US resident or foreigner?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>New Mexico and Wyoming are the two best states for non-US residents.<\/strong> New Mexico is cheapest to maintain at $50 to file and $0 in annual fees, and allows anonymous ownership. Wyoming costs $100 to file and $60 per year but offers stronger asset protection, better US bank recognition, and privacy, making it the preferred choice for non-residents running Amazon FBA, Shopify, or Stripe businesses. Both can be formed entirely online without visiting the US.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>Which states have $0 annual LLC fees?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>Several states have $0 annual report fees for LLCs,<\/strong> including New Mexico, Missouri, Ohio, Mississippi, Idaho, South Carolina, and Montana (through 2027). Among these, New Mexico and Missouri are the safest choices because they have no hidden publication costs. Arizona also has no annual fee but requires a newspaper publication notice that can add $150 or more.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>Do I need to visit the United States to open an LLC?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>No. You do not need to visit the United States to form an LLC.<\/strong> The entire process is online: (1) hire a Registered Agent in the state of formation, (2) file your Articles of Organization through the state portal, (3) obtain an EIN from the IRS using Form SS-4, and (4) open a US business bank account through a fintech provider such as Mercury, Relay, or Wise. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/us-business-bank-account-for-non-residents\/\" style=\"color:var(--ws-accent); font-weight:600;\">non-resident banking guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>Why is Wyoming recommended for non-residents over New Mexico?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>Wyoming is preferred for non-residents who run active businesses<\/strong> because it has the strongest LLC asset protection in the US, keeps members off public records, and is widely recognized by US fintech banks, which makes account opening far smoother. New Mexico is cheaper overall, but for most e-commerce sellers the extra ~$110\/year for Wyoming&#8217;s protection and banking access is worth it.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>Why is Delaware popular for LLCs if it is expensive?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>Delaware is popular specifically for startups seeking Venture Capital funding,<\/strong> not for small businesses or solo operators. Its Court of Chancery and investor-friendly law are why most VCs require a Delaware entity. For a regular small business, freelancer, or remote seller, the $90 filing fee and $300 annual franchise tax are unnecessary costs with no practical benefit.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>Is Texas a good state to form an LLC?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>Texas is a good option if your business is based in or operates in Texas.<\/strong> The $300 filing fee is high, but there is no annual report fee, and franchise tax only applies when revenue exceeds roughly $1.23 million. For non-residents or online businesses without Texas ties, New Mexico or Wyoming are more cost-effective. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/texas-llc-formation-guide\/\" style=\"color:var(--ws-accent); font-weight:600;\">Texas LLC Formation Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n        <details>\n            <summary>What is the difference between a filing fee and an annual report fee?<\/summary>\n            <div>\n                <p><strong>A filing fee is the one-time cost to register your LLC with the state.<\/strong> An annual report fee (sometimes called an annual renewal fee or franchise tax) is a recurring yearly charge to keep your LLC in good standing. Always compare both: a state with a $50 filing fee but a $200 annual fee is far more expensive over time than one with a $100 filing fee and $0 annual fee.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/details>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Next Steps -->\n    <div class=\"ws-alert\">\n        <h3>\ud83d\ude80 Ready to Form Your LLC? Start Here<\/h3>\n        <p>Now that you have compared all 50 states, use our step-by-step guides to finish the job:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/how-to-form-a-wyoming-llc-remotely\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:var(--ws-secondary);\">How to Form a Wyoming LLC Remotely \u2014 Full 2026 Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/texas-llc-formation-guide\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:var(--ws-secondary);\">The Texas LLC Formation Guide<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/us-business-bank-account-for-non-residents\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:var(--ws-secondary);\">US Business Bank Account for Non-Residents<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/blog\/us-virtual-address-for-llc-non-residents\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:var(--ws-secondary);\">US Virtual Address for Your LLC<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"https:\/\/wholesaleseeker.com\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:var(--ws-secondary);\">Browse the WholesaleSeeker Supplier Directory<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Direct Answer What Is the Cheapest State to Form an LLC in 2026? 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