Divorce Cost in Pennsylvania (2026)

Complete guide to divorce costs across 13 cities in Pennsylvania. Find filing fees, attorney rates, and total cost estimates.

$352
Filing Fee
$2,169
Avg Uncontested
$20,991
Avg Contested
13
Cities Covered

Pennsylvania Divorce Laws

Divorce TypeBoth
Property DivisionEquitable Distribution
Waiting Period90 days
Residency Requirement6 months

Divorce Costs by City in Pennsylvania

CityPopulationUncontestedContestedAttorney Rate
Philadelphia1,603,797$2,536$25,156$312/hr
Pittsburgh302,971$2,172$21,028$260/hr
Allentown118,577$2,200$21,337$264/hr
Erie100,671$2,081$19,988$247/hr
Reading87,893$2,109$20,322$251/hr
Scranton75,806$2,214$21,500$266/hr
Bethlehem75,018$2,088$20,060$248/hr
Lancaster59,325$2,200$21,354$264/hr
Harrisburg49,188$2,088$20,070$248/hr
Altoona45,796$2,053$19,695$243/hr
York43,935$2,130$20,569$254/hr
State College41,757$2,158$20,879$258/hr
Wilkes-Barre41,108$2,165$20,927$259/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Pennsylvania?
The court filing fee for divorce in Pennsylvania is $352. Total costs range from $2,169 for an uncontested divorce to $20,991 or more for a contested case.
How long does a divorce take in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania requires a waiting period of 90 days and 6 months of residency. Uncontested divorces typically take 2-4 months; contested cases can take over a year.
Is Pennsylvania a community property or equitable distribution state?
Pennsylvania follows equitable distribution for dividing marital assets during divorce.