Short answer: $150 to file, about $150 in year one, and about $55 a year after that. Online filing fee for Articles of Organization.
We've pulled these figures from the South Dakota Secretary of State's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
First year vs every year after
Year one
$150
Online filing fee for Articles of Organization.
Each year after
$55
Online annual report fee.
With a formation service
| Route | Upfront | Registered agent |
|---|---|---|
| File it yourself | $150 | You serve, or hire one separately |
| Northwest | $189 | Included year one, then $125/yr |
| Bizee Basic | $150 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
| Bizee Standard | $349 | Free year one, then $149/yr |
How South Dakota compares
South Dakota's LLC filing fee is $150. That's the 13th highest of 51 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $104, so South Dakota runs $46 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $150 | 13 of 51 |
| Iowa | $50 | 44 of 51 |
| Nebraska | $100 | 30 of 51 |
| North Dakota | $135 | 16 of 51 |
| Wyoming | $104 | 26 of 51 |
| Colorado | $50 | 44 of 51 |
South Dakota fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $150 | $150 online; paper mail incurs a $15 processing surcharge ($165 total). |
| Annual Report | $55 | annual, First day of the LLC's anniversary month |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 120 days |
| Change of registered agent | $10 | $10 online or $25 by mail. |
| Amendment | $60 | |
| Certificate of good standing | $20 | |
| Application for Certificate of Authority | $750 | For LLCs formed in another state |
| Articles of Termination | $10 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $10 | state |
LLC cost and fees: South Dakota questions
What is the South Dakota LLC filing fee?
$150 for Articles of Organization. $150 online; paper mail incurs a $15 processing surcharge ($165 total).
How much does a South Dakota LLC cost per year?
About $55 a year in state fees. Online annual report fee.
Is it cheaper to file a South Dakota LLC myself?
Yes, filing directly costs only the state fee. Services add convenience, a registered agent address and reminders. Northwest charges $39 plus the state fee, and Bizee's Basic package is $0 plus the state fee.
How much does expedited filing cost in South Dakota?
Paper filers can request expedited processing for an additional $50.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.