Massachusetts Probate Statistics
Compare county-level filing fees, e-filing access, and probate process signals across Massachusetts. Use the statewide view to spot local differences, then confirm the county page before filing.
Data for all 14 Massachusetts counties, most recently verified July 29, 2026.
Average Filing Fee
$390
County averages are directional only. Always confirm the live county fee schedule before filing.
Average Small Estate Fee
$115
Other fee categories often capture summary or simplified administration cost differences.
Filing fees are only part of the cost. Estimate total probate costs with the Massachusetts fee calculator.
Where the Filing Fee Differs
14 of the 14 counties with a captured fee charge $390. No county in this dataset charges a different amount.
See every countyAll 14 counties: filing fees, e-filing status, and creditor periods
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| County | Filing Fee | Small Estate Fee | E-Filing | Creditor Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Berkshire | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Bristol | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Dukes | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Essex | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Franklin | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Hampden | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Hampshire | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Middlesex | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Nantucket | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Norfolk | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Plymouth | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Suffolk | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
| Worcester | $390 | $115 | ✓ Available | 12 mo |
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Information current as of May 31, 2026
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