Short answer: $99 to file, about $99 in year one, and about $0 a year after that. Formation fee.
We've pulled these figures from the Ohio Secretary of State'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
$99
Formation fee.
Each year after
$0
No recurring state-level SOS maintenance cost.
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $99 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $138 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $99 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $298 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How Ohio compares
Ohio's LLC filing fee is $99. That's the 16th lowest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so Ohio comes in $5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $99 | 35 of 51 |
| Indiana | $95 | 37 of 51 |
| Pennsylvania | $125 | 20 of 51 |
| West Virginia | $101 | 29 of 51 |
| Wisconsin | $130 | 17 of 51 |
| Illinois | $150 | 13 of 51 |
Ohio fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization (Form 610) | $99 | Mandatory filing fee. |
| None required | $0 | none, None |
| Name reservation (optional) | $39 | 180 days |
| Change of registered agent | $25 | Updating the agent later costs $25 (Form 521). |
| Amendment | $50 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $5 | |
| Form 617 | $99 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Certificate of Dissolution (Form 616) | $50 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $39 | state |
LLC cost and fees: Ohio questions
What is the Ohio LLC filing fee?
$99 for Articles of Organization (Form 610). Mandatory filing fee.
How much does an Ohio LLC cost per year?
About $0 a year in state fees. No recurring state-level SOS maintenance cost.
Is it cheaper to file an Ohio 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 Ohio?
Level 1 for 2 business days is $100, Level 2 for 1 business day is $200, and Level 3 for 4 hours is $300.
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.