How Much Does Trademark Registration Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Trademark Registration Include?
Trademark registration protects your brand name, logo, or slogan from being used by competitors. Filing with the USPTO gives you nationwide legal protection and the exclusive right to use your mark in your industry.
The national average cost for trademark registration is $1,200 per trademark. Most homeowners pay between $500 and $2,500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Filing Fees
USPTO TEAS Plus: $250/class. TEAS Standard: $350/class. Most businesses need 1-2 classes
Attorney
DIY: $0 (just filing fees). Online service (LegalZoom): $200-$500 + fees. Attorney: $500-$2,000 + fees
Trademark Search
Free (USPTO basic): $0. Comprehensive search (attorney): $300-$700. AI-powered search (Corsearch): $100-$300
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Attorney vs DIY filing
- ✓Number of classes
- ✓Trademark search scope
- ✓Complexity of application
- ✓Office actions/complications
- ✓State vs federal registration
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.File a TEAS Plus application ($250/class) instead of TEAS Standard ($350/class) if you can use pre-approved descriptions
- 2.DIY filing saves attorney fees but risks mistakes that cost more to fix later
- 3.File in only the specific classes you need — each additional class costs $250-$350
- 4.Do a free preliminary search on USPTO.gov before paying for a professional search
📈 Trademark Registration Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.8% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,019 | — |
| 2021 | $1,062 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $1,131 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $1,163 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $1,200 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Trademark Registration 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 | $410 | $984 | $2,050 |
| Alaska | $640 | $1,536 | $3,200 |
| Arizona | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Arkansas | $400 | $960 | $2,000 |
| California | $675 | $1,620 | $3,375 |
| Colorado | $540 | $1,296 | $2,700 |
| Connecticut | $610 | $1,464 | $3,050 |
| Delaware | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Florida | $490 | $1,176 | $2,450 |
| Georgia | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Hawaii | $710 | $1,704 | $3,550 |
| Idaho | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
| Illinois | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Indiana | $440 | $1,056 | $2,200 |
| Iowa | $430 | $1,032 | $2,150 |
| Kansas | $425 | $1,020 | $2,125 |
| Kentucky | $420 | $1,008 | $2,100 |
| Louisiana | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| Maine | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Maryland | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| Massachusetts | $650 | $1,560 | $3,250 |
| Michigan | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
| Minnesota | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Mississippi | $390 | $936 | $1,950 |
| Missouri | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| Montana | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Nebraska | $440 | $1,056 | $2,200 |
| Nevada | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| New Hampshire | $560 | $1,344 | $2,800 |
| New Jersey | $625 | $1,500 | $3,125 |
| New Mexico | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| New York | $660 | $1,584 | $3,300 |
| North Carolina | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| North Dakota | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Ohio | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma | $415 | $996 | $2,075 |
| Oregon | $550 | $1,320 | $2,750 |
| Pennsylvania | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Rhode Island | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| South Carolina | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| South Dakota | $425 | $1,020 | $2,125 |
| Tennessee | $430 | $1,032 | $2,150 |
| Texas | $465 | $1,116 | $2,325 |
| Utah | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Vermont | $540 | $1,296 | $2,700 |
| Virginia | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Washington | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| West Virginia | $400 | $960 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | $470 | $1,128 | $2,350 |
| Wyoming | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does trademark registration take?
Total timeline: 8-12 months from filing to registration if there are no complications. The USPTO examines the application at 3-4 months, then publishes for opposition (30 days), then issues the registration. Complications can extend to 18+ months.
Do I need an attorney to file a trademark?
Not required for US applicants, but recommended. Attorney-filed applications have significantly higher approval rates (about 50% higher) due to proper classification, stronger descriptions, and avoiding common filing errors.
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