Pennsylvania S Corporation Formation Cost Calculator

Calculate the total cost to form your S Corporation in Pennsylvania. Get accurate pricing for all required and optional services.

PA State Filing Fee $125
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Service Provider Fees $0 - $500+

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DIY ($0) Professional Service ($500)
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Required: Must have PA address for legal document service
IRS Form 2553 must be filed within 75 days of incorporation
Required for business banking and tax filing

Optional Services

Professional bylaws and organizational documents
Reduces processing time to 2-3 business days
Annual filing reminders and deadline tracking
Required documents for opening business bank accounts

Cost Breakdown

PA State Filing Fee $125
Service Provider Fee $0
Registered Agent (Annual) $0
S Corp Election Filing $0
EIN Application $0
Total Formation Cost $125
💡 State fee is required regardless of service provider
📅 Annual fees (registered agent) are recurring costs
⚡ Expedited options available for faster processing

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Service Provider Cost Comparison

Compare the total cost across different service providers for standard S Corp formation

ZenBusiness

Recommended
Service Fee $0
Total Est. Cost* $225

What's Included:

  • ✓ Handles S Corp election (Form 2553) filing
  • ✓ 100% accuracy guarantee on filings
  • ✓ Award-winning customer support
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Bizee

Service Fee $0
Total Est. Cost* $225

What's Included:

  • ✓ S Corp election (Form 2553) included in ALL packages
  • ✓ Basic package is $0 + state fees with S Corp election
  • ✓ Business tax consultation included
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LegalZoom

Service Fee $149
Total Est. Cost* $374

What's Included:

  • ✓ Attorney consultations available
  • ✓ Corporation formation with S Corp election
  • ✓ Extensive legal document library
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Rocket Lawyer

Service Fee $49.99 with membership
Total Est. Cost* $274

What's Included:

  • ✓ S Corp election for $49.99 with membership
  • ✓ Experienced legal professionals
  • ✓ Comprehensive legal platform
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* Estimates include state filing fee ($125) + basic registered agent service ($100/year)

Cost Calculator FAQ

What costs are required vs. optional?

Required: PA state filing fee ($125), registered agent with PA address, S Corp election filing (Form 2553), and EIN application. Optional: Expedited processing, professional document preparation, compliance services.

Can I form an S Corp for just the state fee?

Yes, you can file directly with the state for $125, but you'll still need a registered agent (which can be yourself if you have a PA address) and must file Form 2553 with the IRS separately.

What are the ongoing annual costs?

Pennsylvania requires an annual report ($7), registered agent service if using a professional service ($100-$300/year), and accounting/tax preparation ($500-$2,000+ depending on complexity).

Is it worth paying for a formation service?

Formation services typically save time, provide registered agent service, ensure proper document filing, and offer ongoing compliance support. Most cost $200-$500 but can prevent costly mistakes and missed deadlines.