How Much Does Notary Public Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Notary Public Include?
Notary services authenticate signatures on legal documents. Mobile notaries travel to you for an additional fee. Common documents include real estate closings, powers of attorney, and affidavits.
The national average cost for notary public is $15 per signature. Most homeowners pay between $5 and $50, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Setting
Bank (account holder): Free. Office visit: $5-$15 per signature. Mobile notary: $25-$75 total (includes travel)
Remote
Remote online notarization: $25-$50 per session
Key Cost Factors
- ✓State fee limits
- ✓Number of signatures
- ✓Mobile vs office visit
- ✓Document type
- ✓After-hours service
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Banks often notarize for free if you have an account
- 2.UPS stores and FedEx offices offer notary at standard rates
- 3.State fee schedules cap what notaries can charge
- 4.Mobile notaries charge a travel fee — go to them instead if possible
📈 Notary Public Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +15.4% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $13 | — |
| 2021 | $14 | +7.7% |
| 2022 | $15 | +7.1% |
| 2023 | $15 | +0.0% |
| 2024 | $15 | +0.0% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Notary Public Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $4 | $12 | $41 |
| Alaska | $6 | $19 | $64 |
| Arizona | $5 | $14 | $48 |
| Arkansas | $4 | $12 | $40 |
| California | $7 | $20 | $68 |
| Colorado | $5 | $16 | $54 |
| Connecticut | $6 | $18 | $61 |
| Delaware | $5 | $16 | $53 |
| Florida | $5 | $15 | $49 |
| Georgia | $5 | $14 | $45 |
| Hawaii | $7 | $21 | $71 |
| Idaho | $5 | $14 | $46 |
| Illinois | $5 | $16 | $53 |
| Indiana | $4 | $13 | $44 |
| Iowa | $4 | $13 | $43 |
| Kansas | $4 | $13 | $43 |
| Kentucky | $4 | $13 | $42 |
| Louisiana | $4 | $13 | $44 |
| Maine | $5 | $15 | $51 |
| Maryland | $6 | $17 | $57 |
| Massachusetts | $7 | $20 | $65 |
| Michigan | $5 | $14 | $46 |
| Minnesota | $5 | $15 | $51 |
| Mississippi | $4 | $12 | $39 |
| Missouri | $4 | $13 | $44 |
| Montana | $5 | $14 | $48 |
| Nebraska | $4 | $13 | $44 |
| Nevada | $5 | $15 | $51 |
| New Hampshire | $6 | $17 | $56 |
| New Jersey | $6 | $19 | $63 |
| New Mexico | $5 | $14 | $45 |
| New York | $7 | $20 | $66 |
| North Carolina | $5 | $14 | $45 |
| North Dakota | $5 | $14 | $45 |
| Ohio | $5 | $14 | $45 |
| Oklahoma | $4 | $12 | $42 |
| Oregon | $6 | $17 | $55 |
| Pennsylvania | $5 | $15 | $51 |
| Rhode Island | $6 | $17 | $57 |
| South Carolina | $4 | $13 | $44 |
| South Dakota | $4 | $13 | $43 |
| Tennessee | $4 | $13 | $43 |
| Texas | $5 | $14 | $47 |
| Utah | $5 | $14 | $48 |
| Vermont | $5 | $16 | $54 |
| Virginia | $5 | $16 | $53 |
| Washington | $6 | $17 | $57 |
| West Virginia | $4 | $12 | $40 |
| Wisconsin | $5 | $14 | $47 |
| Wyoming | $5 | $14 | $46 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents need notarization?
Common ones: real estate deeds, power of attorney, wills (in some states), car title transfers, loan documents, and sworn statements.
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