How much does it cost to register a company in America?

The cost of company registration in the United States can be different from state to state, depending on the type of business entity, and with other additional services you may require. Here's a breakdown into common costs:

1. Filing Fees: States require a filing fee to place a business on record. Filing fees can range from $50 to $500 for LLCs and Corporations depending in your state of filing. Delaware and Nevada are two extremely popular states to register a business in and are higher than most states with approximately $200–$300 for each state, respectively.
2. Registered Agent Fees: Most states require the appointment of a registered agent through which your business will receive any legal documents on your behalf. Regarding this, hiring the services will cost around $100 to $300 per year.
3. Operating Agreement or Corporate Bylaws: While not always required, these documents-either for LLCs or corporations-do much to clarify structure. Also, professional legal assistance in drafting might be necessary and will add another $100 to $500.
4. Publication Fees: New York, Arizona, among others, require LLCs to publish a notice of formation in local newspapers. These costs can vary from $40 to $2,000, depending on the publication.
5. Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN): While the IRS does not charge a fee for obtaining an EIN, some services will charge processing assistance fees.
6. Ongoing Fees: Some states charge an annual filing fee, franchise tax, or business license which ranges from $50 to several hundred dollars a year.

Overall, the basic cost of setting up a company in the U.S. typically ranges from $200 to $1,000, but ongoing costs and additional services may raise this figure.