Real numbers for Maryland — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fees verified against Maryland court records · Updated July 2026
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Calculate My Maryland Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in Maryland ranges from roughly $3,300 for a simple uncontested case to $36,800 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.
Maryland requires a 12-month separation before filing a no-fault divorce — one of the longest separation requirements nationally.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $165 | $990 | $5,500 |
| Uncontested with children | $3,300 | $5,500 | $8,250 |
| Contested, no trial | $12,650 | $23,000 | $36,800 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $36,800 | $43,700 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $17,500 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in Maryland 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: $165 statewide uniform fee
| Montgomery County | $165 |
| Prince George's | $165 |
| Baltimore City | $165 |
| Baltimore County | $165 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in Maryland average $300 per hour.
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Open Maryland Calculator →Filing fees based on Maryland court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.