Wyoming is cheaper. Nevada has the asset protection brand. Both protect single-member LLCs.
By Shafwan Ahmed, Anonymousllc.co
| Dimension | Wyoming | Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Anonymousllc.co price | $397 all-in | $722 total ($297 + $425 state) |
| Annual cost | $60 | $350 (BL + Annual List) |
| Member disclosure | Not required | Not required |
| Manager disclosure | Not required | Initial List only |
| Charging order | Exclusive remedy (§ 17-29-503(a)) | Strong (NRS § 86.501) |
| Case law depth | Established | More extensive |
| State income tax | None | None |
| DAPT | Yes (§ 4-10-510) | Yes (NRS 166) |
| Business license | Not required | $200/year required |
| 5-year total cost | ~$797 | ~$1,957 |
Wyoming provides explicit single-member charging order protection by statute, no state income tax, and the lowest ongoing cost ($60/yr). The DAPT statute (§ 4-10-510) is among the strongest in the US. For most buyers, Wyoming delivers equivalent asset protection at a fraction of Nevada's cost.
Nevada has deeper charging order case law and a strong reputation in the asset protection attorney community. NRS § 86.501 is well-tested. The tradeoff: $350/year ongoing state fees vs Wyoming's $60, plus manager disclosure on the Initial List (first year only). Nevada is the right choice when your attorney specifically recommends it for case-law reasons.
Wyoming is the recommended default — same statutory protection, dramatically lower cost, simpler administration. Choose Nevada only when your attorney specifically advises it for case-law advantages in your situation.
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