| State | State filing fee | Yearly state cost | Our package |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $100 | $60 minimum annual report | $349 |
| Delaware | $110 | $400 annual tax | $589 |
| Florida | $125 | $138.75 annual report | $559 |
| Texas | $300 | No annual fee for most small LLCs | $749 |
| Montana | $35 | $20 annual report | $299 |
| New Mexico | $50 | No annual report or annual fee | $329 |
The short answer
For most founders outside the US who sell online, Wyoming is the safest all-round choice: low yearly cost, simple rules and private ownership. New Mexico is cheaper to run but less familiar to some banks. Delaware is worth paying for if you plan to raise investment.
What actually changes from state to state
Three things: the filing fee you pay once, the yearly fee or report you pay every year, and how much of your information is public. Your federal tax position with the IRS is broadly the same whichever state you choose.
If you live or operate in a particular state, you may need to register there anyway. For non-residents with no US office or staff, you have a free choice.
Wyoming
Most small LLCs pay $60 a year, there is no state income tax, and owner names stay off the public record, which is why many online businesses start here.
New Mexico
New Mexico has no annual report and no yearly state fee, so it costs the least to keep running. It suits holding companies and small online businesses.
Delaware
A flat $400 yearly tax, paid each June 1 (it rose from $300 for the 2026 tax year). The extra cost buys familiarity, because US investors, lawyers and banks know Delaware law well.
Montana
Montana has our lowest package price, a $20 annual report and no general sales tax.
Florida
A large consumer market and no state personal income tax, but a $138.75 annual report with a $400 penalty if you file after May 1.
Texas
The filing fee is $300, and most small LLCs then pay nothing to the state each year. Every LLC still files a free Public Information Report by May 15.