2026 Massachusetts fee schedule
How Much Does an LLC Cost in Massachusetts?
Every Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts costs $500 in one-time state filing fees. The annual report is $500 a year, due Anniversary date of formation. With Gullia Filing your total first-year cost is $1149, which includes the state fee, our flat $149 service fee, registered agent, EIN and operating agreement.
State filing fee
$500
Annual Report
$500/yr
Processing time
24-36 hours (online)
Massachusetts LLC cost breakdown
| Cost | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| State filing fee (Articles of Organization) | $500 | One time |
| Annual Report | $500 | Yearly, due Anniversary date of formation |
| 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 | $1149 | All in |
5% flat state income tax on MA-resident LLC members. 4% surtax on income over $1M (Millionaires Tax).
What founders in Massachusetts overpay for
- $500 filing fee AND $500 annual report fee — the most expensive US state for LLC costs.
- The 4% Millionaires Tax on income over $1M applies to pass-through LLC members who are MA residents.
- Late filing penalties. Administrative dissolution after non-filing
- Franchise tax. No LLC franchise tax on pass-throughs. Corporate Excise Tax of 8% + $2.60/$1,000 of tangible property if C-Corp elected.
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