How Much Does a Divorce Cost? (2026)

Comprehensive divorce cost data for every US state and 5,156+ cities. Filing fees, attorney costs, mediation, and more.

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51
States + DC
5,156+
Cities Covered
$4,500
Avg Uncontested
$22,500
Avg Contested

Divorce Filing Fees by State (2026)

Filing fees vary significantly across states, from as low as $75 in Mississippi to $435 in California. Select a state below to see detailed costs for every city.

All 50 States + DC

Alabama (AL)Filing: $259 · 74 cities
Alaska (AK)Filing: $250 · 72 cities
Arizona (AZ)Filing: $349 · 110 cities
Arkansas (AR)Filing: $165 · 71 cities
California (CA)Filing: $435 · 222 cities
Colorado (CO)Filing: $230 · 85 cities
Connecticut (CT)Filing: $360 · 72 cities
Delaware (DE)Filing: $165 · 72 cities
District of Columbia (DC)Filing: $120 · 71 cities
Florida (FL)Filing: $409 · 207 cities
Georgia (GA)Filing: $256 · 155 cities
Hawaii (HI)Filing: $265 · 71 cities
Idaho (ID)Filing: $207 · 71 cities
Illinois (IL)Filing: $388 · 185 cities
Indiana (IN)Filing: $157 · 98 cities
Iowa (IA)Filing: $185 · 71 cities
Kansas (KS)Filing: $195 · 72 cities
Kentucky (KY)Filing: $148 · 72 cities
Louisiana (LA)Filing: $293 · 73 cities
Maine (ME)Filing: $120 · 72 cities
Maryland (MD)Filing: $165 · 89 cities
Massachusetts (MA)Filing: $215 · 102 cities
Michigan (MI)Filing: $260 · 144 cities
Minnesota (MN)Filing: $365 · 83 cities
Mississippi (MS)Filing: $75 · 71 cities
Missouri (MO)Filing: $163 · 90 cities
Montana (MT)Filing: $170 · 73 cities
Nebraska (NE)Filing: $158 · 72 cities
Nevada (NV)Filing: $364 · 74 cities
New Hampshire (NH)Filing: $252 · 72 cities
New Jersey (NJ)Filing: $300 · 134 cities
New Mexico (NM)Filing: $155 · 71 cities
New York (NY)Filing: $335 · 205 cities
North Carolina (NC)Filing: $225 · 155 cities
North Dakota (ND)Filing: $80 · 72 cities
Ohio (OH)Filing: $350 · 173 cities
Oklahoma (OK)Filing: $183 · 72 cities
Oregon (OR)Filing: $301 · 71 cities
Pennsylvania (PA)Filing: $352 · 187 cities
Rhode Island (RI)Filing: $160 · 71 cities
South Carolina (SC)Filing: $150 · 75 cities
South Dakota (SD)Filing: $95 · 73 cities
Tennessee (TN)Filing: $299 · 102 cities
Texas (TX)Filing: $300 · 218 cities
Utah (UT)Filing: $325 · 71 cities
Vermont (VT)Filing: $295 · 72 cities
Virginia (VA)Filing: $281 · 128 cities
Washington (WA)Filing: $314 · 111 cities
West Virginia (WV)Filing: $175 · 71 cities
Wisconsin (WI)Filing: $184 · 86 cities
Wyoming (WY)Filing: $155 · 72 cities

Understanding Divorce Costs

What Affects Divorce Costs?

  • Contested vs. Uncontested: The single biggest cost factor
  • Children: Custody disputes add $5,000-$15,000+
  • Property: Complex assets require valuation experts
  • Location: Attorney rates vary by city and state
  • Duration: Longer cases mean higher legal fees

Ways to Reduce Costs

  • Mediation: Often 40-60% cheaper than litigation
  • Agree on terms: Uncontested saves thousands
  • DIY filing: Pro se for simple cases
  • Flat-fee attorneys: Predictable costs
  • Online services: Document preparation from $150-$500

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