Short answer: $520 to file, about $520 in year one, and about $520 a year after that. $500 to $520 for the first year.
We've pulled these figures from the Secretary of the Commonwealth, Corporations Division's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
First year vs every year after
Year one
$520
$500 to $520 for the first year.
Each year after
$520
Massive $500 to $520 recurring annual government cost.
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $520 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $559 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $520 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $719 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts's LLC filing fee is $520. That's the highest of the 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Massachusetts runs $416 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $520 | 1 of 51 |
| New Hampshire | $102 | 28 of 51 |
| Rhode Island | $156 | 10 of 51 |
| Connecticut | $120 | 23 of 51 |
| Vermont | $155 | 11 of 51 |
| Maine | $175 | 9 of 51 |
Massachusetts fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Organization | $520 | Base fee is $500 for mail or in-person. Online and fax filings carry an inescapable automatic $20 expedite fee, bringing the total to $520. |
| Annual Report | $520 | annual, On or before the anniversary date of the original formation. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $30 | 60 days |
| Change of registered agent | $25 | $25 by paper or fax, but $0 (free) if filed electronically. |
| Amendment | $100 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $15 | |
| Foreign Registration | $500 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Certificate of Cancellation | $100 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 to $65 | county (city/town level) |
LLC cost and fees: Massachusetts questions
What is the Massachusetts LLC filing fee?
$520 for Certificate of Organization. Base fee is $500 for mail or in-person. Online and fax filings carry an inescapable automatic $20 expedite fee, bringing the total to $520.
How much does a Massachusetts LLC cost per year?
About $520 a year in state fees. Massive $500 to $520 recurring annual government cost.
Is it cheaper to file a Massachusetts LLC myself?
Yes, filing directly costs only the state fee. Services add convenience, a registered agent address and reminders. Northwest charges $39 plus the state fee, and Bizee's Basic package is $0 plus the state fee.
How much does expedited filing cost in Massachusetts?
Electronic/fax filings automatically incur the $20 expedite fee to prioritize processing.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
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