How Much Does It Cost to Form a Massachusetts LLC?
Massachusetts is one of the more expensive states to form an LLC. But the state filing fee is only part of the picture. This page breaks down every cost you'll encounter — formation, ongoing compliance, and optional services — so there are no surprises.
State Filing Fee
The Massachusetts Secretary of State charges $500 to file your Articles of Organization. This is a one-time fee paid when you form the LLC. At $500, Massachusetts is on the higher end nationally.
Annual / Recurring State Fees
Massachusetts charges $500 for the annual report (filed each year). Miss it, and you risk late fees and eventually administrative dissolution.
Massachusetts tax note: Highest filing fee in the nation. $500 by mail, $520 online (includes $20 expedite fee). Annual report $500 by mail, $520 online. Due on anniversary date. One of the most expensive states for LLC maintenance.
Resident Agent Cost
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Get StartedA resident agent is mandatory for every Massachusetts LLC. We provide this as a standalone $99/year service.
Expedited Processing
If you need your LLC formed faster, the Massachusetts Secretary of State offers expedited processing for $20. This typically reduces the turnaround from 5-10 business days to 24 hours (included in online fee).
Full Cost Table
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Our formation service | $199 | One-time — covers preparing and filing your Articles of Organization |
| State filing fee | $500 | One-time, paid to the Massachusetts Secretary of State |
| Annual report | $500 | Filed annually with the Massachusetts Secretary of State |
| Resident Agent service | $99 first year, $119/year renewal | Separate from formation |
| Expedited processing | $20 | Optional — reduces turnaround to 24 hours (included in online fee) |
First-Year Cost Summary
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Get StartedOur $199 formation service plus the $500 state filing fee comes to $699 to get your Massachusetts LLC filed. Add resident agent service ($99 for the first year) and your full first-year total is $798.
Ongoing Annual Costs
After year one, your ongoing costs are: $119/year for resident agent renewal + $500/year for the annual report.
How We Compare
Many LLC formation services charge similar-priced services but then tack on upsells: compliance packages, rush fees, unnecessary add-ons. Our service covers preparing and filing your formation document with the state.