What Does Probate Really Cost in Your State?

Select a state to compare estimated probate costs, timelines, and court involvement across four common estate-planning strategies.

Baseline scenario: a hypothetical estate of approximately $1,000,000 — a single decedent, three cooperative adult children, a $500,000 primary residence with no mortgage, and $500,000 in bank and brokerage accounts. Figures are modeled educational estimates, not quotes.

Choose a state:

Est. probate cost with no estate documents (intestacy), $1M estate Lower ($12k – $28k) Moderate ($20k – $40k) High ($25k – $50k) Highest ($48k – $70k)

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Planning Strategy	Est. Probate Costs	Est. Timeline	Court Involvement

Potential savings with a properly funded living trust: —

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Assumptions & Disclaimers: Figures are modeled, generalized estimates for a cooperative-family scenario and vary significantly with estate size, asset mix, heir complexity, county fee schedules, local attorney rates, and any contests. State tax thresholds change; verify current law. This tool is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Consult a qualified estate planning attorney and your financial advisor before acting.

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