Massachusetts LLC: Key Data, Fees & Features
Your complete overview of $Massachusetts LLC costs, pros & cons, and key regulations. Make an informed decision with our up-to-date data.
State Filing Fee
$520
Processing Time
1-1 days
Annual Report Fee
$500
Anonymous LLC
No
Publication
No
Advantages
- LLCs provide pass-through tax status by default.
- Using a registered agent service can help protect your personal information.
- Online LLC filings are typically processed quickly, often in less than two business days.
Disadvantages
- High LLC registration fee of $500.
- Annual reports are mandatory and cost $500, plus an additional $20 if filed online.
- All information on the Certificate of Organization becomes part of the public record.
Franchise Tax & State Requirements
Annual reports are due on the anniversary of your LLC’s formation date.
LLCs have pass-through tax status by default, so profits pass through the LLC to owners (members) and the LLC does not directly file income taxes. Owners instead report their share of LLC profits on their personal income tax returns, and those profits are subject to the federal self-employment tax rate (15.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions
Transparency & Data Sources
This review was last updated on $August 19, 2025 to ensure accuracy.
