2026 Kentucky fee schedule
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Kentucky?
Every Kentucky LLC cost for 2026: the state filing fee, the annual report, registered agent, and what you actually pay in year one. Reviewed by IRS Enrolled Agents.
The short answer
An LLC in Kentucky costs $40 in one-time state filing fees. The annual report is $15 a year, due June 30. With Gullia Filing your total first-year cost is $204, which includes the state fee, our flat $149 service fee, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement.
State filing fee
$40
Annual Report
$15/yr
Processing time
1-2 business days
Kentucky LLC cost breakdown
| Cost | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| State filing fee (Articles of Organization) | $40 | One time |
| Annual Report | $15 | Yearly, due June 30 |
| Registered agent | $99 to $299 (free first year with us) | Yearly |
| EIN / Federal Tax ID | Free with Gullia Filing | One time |
| Operating agreement | Included | One time |
| Gullia Filing service fee | $149 | One time, flat |
| Total first year with Gullia Filing | $204 | All in |
4% flat personal income tax (2024) on KY-resident LLC members. LLET of $175 minimum applies to most LLCs.
What founders in Kentucky overpay for
- Kentucky's Limited Liability Entity Tax (LLET) has a $175 minimum that applies to almost all LLCs regardless of income.
- Louisville and Lexington add local occupational license taxes (1.25%-2.2%) on LLC pass-through income.
- Late filing penalties. Administrative dissolution after non-filing
- Franchise tax. No franchise tax. Limited Liability Entity Tax (LLET) minimum $175 based on gross receipts or profits.
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Start your Kentucky LLC for $204
State fee, filing, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement. One price, no upsells at checkout.
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