In New York, most divorce projects cost between $1,500 and $30,000 per case, with a typical price near $10,000. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical divorce cost
$1,500 – $30,000
per case · typical $10,000
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Divorce cost breakdown
- Uncontested, no children$1,500 – $5,000typical $3,000
- Contested, with property$10,000 – $30,000typical $20,000
- Mediated divorce$3,000 – $10,000typical $6,000
At a glance
- Typical range$1,500 – $30,000
- Unitper case
- Cities covered32
What Divorce costs
Includes filing fees, attorney fees, and related costs. Uncontested divorces with no children are cheapest; contested with assets and custody are costliest. Mediation can reduce costs.
By city in New York
- Albany
- Binghamton
- Brentwood
- Bronx
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Central Islip
- Commack
- Coram
- East Meadow
- Elmira
- Elmont
- Freeport
- Glens Falls
- Hicksville
- Levittown
- Manhattan
- Mount Vernon
- New Rochelle
- New York
- Niagara Falls
- Poughkeepsie
- Queens
- Saratoga Springs
- Schenectady
- Staten Island
- Syracuse
- Utica
- Valley Stream
- West Babylon
- White Plains
- Yonkers
Frequently asked questions
Why does divorce cost so much?
Attorney fees dominate. Disagreements on property, support, or custody increase time and costs.
Can I get a cheap divorce?
Yes, if uncontested and you use online services or mediation. But complex cases need a lawyer.
What drives the cost up?
Litigation, expert witnesses, and prolonged negotiations. The more you fight, the more it costs.