Real numbers for Indiana — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fee and waiting period verified against current state statutes · Updated August 2026
Every Indiana divorce — contested or not — passes through the same basic checkpoints:
Think of this as a general outline rather than a substitute for legal advice — a Indiana family law attorney or your county's self-help resources can confirm the current forms and procedure for your situation.
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Calculate My Indiana Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in Indiana ranges from roughly $2,400 for a simple uncontested case to $27,200 or more for a contested divorce that goes to trial. The single biggest factor is not the state — it is how much you and your spouse disagree.
Indiana has a 60-day waiting period from filing before a divorce can be finalized.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $157 | $757 | $4,000 |
| Uncontested with children | $2,400 | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Contested, no trial | $9,350 | $17,000 | $27,200 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $27,200 | $32,300 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $13,000 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in Indiana is paid when you submit your divorce petition to the court. This is a fixed, unavoidable cost regardless of whether your divorce is contested or uncontested.
Filing fee note: $157 statewide average
| Marion County (Indianapolis) | $157 |
| Lake County | $157 |
| Allen County (Fort Wayne) | $150 |
| Hamilton | $150 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in Indiana average $210 per hour.
An Indianapolis couple with no children and a simple asset split going uncontested would spend $157 in filing fees and $1,200–$3,000 in attorney costs — roughly $1,400–$3,200 total. Indiana's presumption of equal division makes outcomes predictable for most couples.
How much does a divorce cost in Indiana?
An uncontested divorce in Indiana typically costs $4,000–$6,000 including the $157 filing fee. A contested divorce averages $17,000–$27,200 per spouse depending on attorney hours and complexity.
What is Indiana's waiting period for divorce?
Indiana has a mandatory 60-day waiting period from the date of filing. This cannot be shortened by agreement of the parties.
Is Indiana a 50/50 divorce state?
Indiana uses equitable distribution with a presumption of 50/50. Courts start with equal division and deviate only when there is a compelling reason.
Can I get a divorce without a lawyer in Indiana?
Yes. Indiana courts have self-help resources and fill-in-the-blank forms for uncontested divorces. Marion County has a Family Law Self-Service Center.
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Open Indiana Calculator →Filing fees based on Indiana court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.