How Much Does an LLC Cost in Ohio? (Northeast Columbus Guide)
Updated June 2026 · By Asal Multi Services · Columbus, OH
Forming an LLC is one of the most affordable ways for a Northeast Columbus, Ohio entrepreneur to protect personal assets. Here is the real cost breakdown for 2026.
Quick Answer
- ✓ The required cost is the Ohio Secretary of State filing fee for Articles of Organization (about $99).
- ✓ An EIN from the IRS is free.
- ✓ Ohio has no annual report fee for LLCs.
- ✓ Optional costs: name reservation, expedited processing, and a professional statutory agent.
The one required cost
The only fee you must pay to form an Ohio LLC is the Secretary of State filing fee for the Articles of Organization — around $99. That single filing legally creates your LLC. Confirm the current amount with the Ohio Secretary of State, as state fees can change.
What is free or optional
An EIN from the IRS is completely free — never pay a third party for one. Ohio does not charge an annual or biennial report fee for LLCs, which keeps ongoing costs low. Optional add-ons include a name reservation (about $39), expedited processing (about $100 extra), and a professional statutory agent service ($49–$125/year) if you want privacy.
Why Ohio is affordable
Compared with states like California or Massachusetts, Ohio’s $99 filing fee and lack of an annual report fee make it one of the cheaper states to form and maintain an LLC. There is no publication requirement either, which in some states can cost hundreds of dollars.
What this means for Northeast Columbus, Ohio
Northeast Columbus sits in Columbus Metro, anchored by state government, OhioHealth, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Honda manufacturing east of the city, and a fast-growing logistics corridor along Rickenbacker. Franklin County, where Northeast Columbus is located, is a sizable Ohio city where most county-level vital records and document services are available locally.
In Columbus Metro, the business filings we prepare most often are LLC formations, EIN applications, and the Ohio vendor license that retail and food businesses must hold. For Northeast Columbus entrepreneurs, we walk through entity selection, name availability, registered-agent setup, and the post-formation document trail that banks and the IRS expect.
a remarkably diverse metro with established Somali, Bhutanese-Nepali, Eritrean, Ethiopian, Mexican, Guatemalan, and West African communities — and Northeast Columbus, with a population near 35,000, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
At roughly 3 miles (~7 min) from Northeast Columbus, we can complete an LLC formation packet and EIN preparation in one in-office session.
Verify current details: Fees, processing times, and rules change. Confirm the latest figures for your situation with Ohio Secretary of State before you file.
Need help in Northeast Columbus?
Asal Multi Services helps Northeast Columbus-area clients with ohio llc formation and more — at a fraction of typical lawyer fees. Walk in or call; we speak Somali, Arabic, and English.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum cost to form an Ohio LLC?
About $99 — the Ohio Secretary of State filing fee for Articles of Organization. Everything else is optional or free.
Is there an annual fee?
No. Ohio does not require LLCs to file an annual report or pay an annual fee to the Secretary of State.
How much is an EIN?
Free. The IRS does not charge for EINs — apply directly at irs.gov and never pay a third party for the number itself.
Do I have to pay for a statutory agent?
No — you can be your own agent for free with an Ohio street address. Professional services cost roughly $49–$125/year if you want privacy.
Can Asal form an LLC for a Northeast Columbus business?
Yes. We prepare Articles of Organization, EIN, operating agreement, and statutory agent setup for Northeast Columbus-area businesses.
Asal Multi Services is a non-attorney document preparation service. This guide is general information, not legal advice. Verify current fees with the Ohio Secretary of State and the IRS.