NEW YORK
New York Divorce Statistics 2025
Comprehensive divorce data for the fourth most populous state in the nation
State Divorce Rate
2.4per 1,000
Annual Filings
52,000
Average Duration
9.5years
Median Cost
$17,100
Divorce Filings by County
| County | Annual Filings | Rate per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Kings County (Brooklyn) | 12,800 | 2.5 |
| Queens County | 10,500 | 2.3 |
| New York County (Manhattan) | 7,200 | 2.2 |
| Suffolk County | 6,800 | 2.4 |
| Nassau County | 5,900 | 2.2 |
| Bronx County | 5,400 | 2.6 |
| Erie County (Buffalo) | 4,200 | 2.5 |
| Westchester County | 3,800 | 2.1 |
New York Divorce Facts
- New York is an equitable distribution state
- 1-year residency requirement before filing
- No-fault divorce available (irretrievable breakdown for 6+ months)
- No mandatory waiting period after filing
- Uncontested divorce available when parties agree on all terms
Cost Breakdown
Filing Fees
$335-$380
Uncontested (no attorney)
$2,000-$4,500
Mediated Divorce
$6,000-$10,000
Contested (with attorneys)
$17,000-$75,000+
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