Illinois Divorce Filing Fees by County (2026)
Illinois divorce filing fees vary more by county than most states — from around $210 in smaller counties to $337+ in Cook County. Here's what to expect.
Filing Fees by Major County
| County | Filing Fee | Circuit Court |
|---|---|---|
| Cook (Chicago) | $337 | cookcountycourt.org |
| DuPage (Wheaton) | $264 | 18thcircuitcourt.org |
| Lake (Waukegan) | $250 | 19thcircuitcourt.state.il.us |
| Will (Joliet) | $256 | willcountyillinois.com |
| Kane (Geneva) | $246 | illinois18thcircuit.org |
| McHenry (Woodstock) | $240 | mchenrycountyclerk.com |
| Winnebago (Rockford) | $225 | 17thcircuit.illinoiscourts.gov |
| Champaign (Urbana) | $220 | champaigncountyclerk.com |
| Sangamon (Springfield) | $210 | sangamoncountycircuitclerk.org |
| Peoria | $215 | peoriacountycircuitclerk.com |
| Madison (Edwardsville) | $218 | co.madison.il.us |
| St. Clair (Belleville) | $215 | co.st-clair.il.us |
| McLean (Bloomington) | $210 | mcleancountyil.gov |
| Macon (Decatur) | $210 | maconcounty.illinois.gov |
| Rock Island | $212 | rockislandcounty.org |
Other Costs to Budget For
| Expense | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Respondent filing fee (if filing answer) | $210–$337 |
| Sheriff service | $25–$60 |
| Certified copies of Judgment | $2–$6 per page |
| QDRO preparation (if retirement accounts) | $400–$800 |
| Online document service (optional) | $150–$500 |
Can I Get the Fee Waived?
Yes. File an Application to Sue or Defend as an Indigent Person with the Circuit Clerk. Qualifying income levels vary by county.
Total Cost Comparison
| Scenario | Estimated Total |
|---|---|
| Joint Simplified, no property, agreed | $210–$337 |
| Standard agreed, no children | $220–$420 |
| Standard agreed, with children | $235–$440 |
| Default divorce | $260–$480 |
| With QDRO | $620–$1,100 |
| Simple uncontested with attorney | $1,500–$4,000 |
Last reviewed: March 2026 | Verify fees with your county Circuit Clerk.
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Written by the SoLongSoulmate.com Editorial Team
Researched using official state court websites, state statutes, and legal aid resources. All filing fees and procedures verified March 2026. This is general legal information — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.