Wyoming vs TexasLLC (2026)
Wyoming wins for non-residents: $100 filing vs Texas's $300, plus anonymous LLCs and lower annual costs. Texas wins only if you physically operate there.
Start my LLC — from €249Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Wyoming (WY) | Texas (TX) |
|---|---|---|
| Filing fee (one-time) | $100 | $300 |
| Annual fee | $60 | $0 |
| 5-year cost (estimated) | $835 | $795 |
| Member privacy | High | Medium |
| Best for | Best overall for non-residents: low fees, strong privacy, no state tax | Best for Texas-based or US-Texas-operating founders. No state income t |
Wyoming
Winner- No state income tax
- Strong asset protection laws
- Anonymous LLCs allowed
- Low annual fee ($60)
- Recognized by Mercury, Wise, Stripe
Texas
- No state income tax
- Largest US economy after CA
- $300 one-time filing (no annual report)
- Public ownership records
- Better for physical operations than passive holding
Verdict
Wyoming wins for non-residents: $100 filing vs Texas's $300, plus anonymous LLCs and lower annual costs. Texas wins only if you physically operate there.
Why we recommend Wyoming? Best for non-residents.
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