What probate actually costs varies a lot by state — court filing fees, attorney fees, and executor compensation each follow different rules depending on where the estate is probated. Pick a state below for a full, cited breakdown.
Each state page below breaks the full cost of probate into its real components: court filing fees, the statutory or reasonable-compensation standard for the executor, typical attorney fees, and any other costs specific to that state's process. Every figure is tied to a cited statute or official court source — see our methodology for how we verify each one.
Every state page provides an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Figures are based on cited state statutes and official court sources, verified per our methodology. Confirm current figures with the relevant probate court or a licensed attorney before acting.