Bankruptcy in Texas

Texas ( TX)
Average: $2,500
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$1,000
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$2,500
Typical Bankruptcy Case
High Estimate
$6,000
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $200/hr $345/hr $550/hr
Total Cost Estimate $1,000 $2,500 $6,000
Court Filing Fee $338

What to Know About Bankruptcy Costs in Texas

Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Texas costs $1,000-$2,500 in attorney fees. Chapter 13 ranges from $2,500-$6,000. Court filing fees are $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13.

Sources: United States Courts (uscourts.gov) - Ch.7: $338, Ch.13: $313

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