Divorce Cost Calculator by State

Filing fees range from under $100 to over $400 depending on the state, and the total cost spans from a DIY filing fee to five-figure contested litigation. Pick your state for specifics.

The three cost paths

DIY / self-represented: the filing fee plus form-preparation costs — realistic when everything is agreed and finances are simple.

Mediation: a neutral mediator helps you reach agreement, then one attorney (or the court's forms) papers it. Usually thousands, not tens of thousands.

Full attorney representation: national surveys put the average total around $7,000–$13,000 per person, with contested cases involving custody or significant assets commonly exceeding $20,000.