Starting a Business in North Dakota
LLC filing: $135 | Corp filing: $100 | Business-friendly score: 7/10
Business Environment at a Glance
7/10
Business-Friendly Score
0% - 2.5%
Income Tax
5%
State Sales Tax
$7.25
Minimum Wage
Business Filing Fees in North Dakota
| Item | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| LLC Filing Fee | $135 | One-time, filed with Secretary of State |
| LLC Annual Fee | $50 | Due annually to maintain good standing |
| Corporation Filing Fee | $100 | One-time, Articles of Incorporation |
| Corporation Annual Fee | $50 | Annual report/franchise tax |
Tax Rates
| State Income Tax | 0% - 2.5% |
| Corporate Tax Rate | 1.41% - 4.31% |
| State Sales Tax | 5% |
| Max Local Sales Tax | 3.5% |
| Minimum Wage | $7.25/hr |
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North Dakota Special Requirements
- Annual report required with Secretary of State ($50)
- North Dakota Sales Tax Permit required for retail businesses
- Workers compensation through North Dakota WSI (state fund)
- City business licenses required in most municipalities
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