US Startup Formation & State Fee Calculator

Compare LLC & C-Corp formation costs, franchise taxes, and filing fees across DE, WY, NV, and CA for startup founders.

US Startup Formation & State Fee Calculator helps founders instantly compare the costs of forming an LLC or C-Corp across the most popular US states: Delaware, Wyoming, Nevada, and California. Key Features: • Toggle between LLC and C-Corp entity types • Adjust estimated annual revenue with an interactive slider • Set authorized share count for C-Corp franchise tax calculations • View a side-by-side cost breakdown including filing fees, franchise taxes, registered agent fees, and annual report costs • Visual bar chart comparing total first-year costs across all four states • Identifies the best-value state based on your inputs Who is this for? Startup founders, solo entrepreneurs, and international business owners who want a quick, clear comparison of US state formation costs before choosing where to incorporate. All fee data is based on 2024–2025 state filing schedules published by each state's Secretary of State office.