Power of Attorney Cost (2026)
Fee Type
Flat Fee ($100-$500)
Cost Range
$100 - $500
National Average
$250
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Overview
Power of attorney documents designate someone to make financial or medical decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated.
What Affects the Cost
- Financial vs medical POA
- Springing vs durable
- Multiple agents
- State notarization requirements
- Standalone vs estate plan package
Cost by State
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $82 | $205 | $410 |
| Alaska | $115 | $288 | $575 |
| Arizona | $95 | $238 | $475 |
| Arkansas | $80 | $200 | $400 |
| California | $145 | $363 | $725 |
| Colorado | $110 | $275 | $550 |
| Connecticut | $125 | $313 | $625 |
| Delaware | $110 | $275 | $550 |
| Florida | $105 | $263 | $525 |
| Georgia | $95 | $238 | $475 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a power of attorney cost?
As part of an estate plan: $100-$300. Standalone document: $200-$500. Online templates: $0-$50.
What types of POA do I need?
Most people need both a financial power of attorney and a healthcare power of attorney (medical POA).
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