Starting a Business in Wisconsin
LLC filing: $130 | Corp filing: $100 | Business-friendly score: 6.2/10
Business Environment at a Glance
6.2/10
Business-Friendly Score
3.5% - 7.65%
Income Tax
5%
State Sales Tax
$7.25
Minimum Wage
Business Filing Fees in Wisconsin
| Item | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| LLC Filing Fee | $130 | One-time, filed with Secretary of State |
| LLC Annual Fee | $25 | Due annually to maintain good standing |
| Corporation Filing Fee | $100 | One-time, Articles of Incorporation |
| Corporation Annual Fee | $25 | Annual report/franchise tax |
Tax Rates
| State Income Tax | 3.5% - 7.65% |
| Corporate Tax Rate | 7.9% |
| State Sales Tax | 5% |
| Max Local Sales Tax | 1.75% |
| Minimum Wage | $7.25/hr |
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Wisconsin Special Requirements
- Annual report required with Department of Financial Institutions ($25)
- Wisconsin Seller's Permit required for retail businesses
- Workers compensation required for 3+ employees
- Wisconsin Withholding Tax registration required for employers
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