Nearshore Staffing Cost Calculator: How Much Can You Save?
See how much your company could save by hiring skilled professionals from Latin America instead of making a U.S. hire. Pick a role, enter the salary you’d pay locally, and get your estimated monthly and annual savings in seconds. Free, no signup required.
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Your estimated savings 61% less
| GSD annual cost (all-inclusive) | $30,000 |
| Estimated US annual cost (salary + 30% benefits) | $71,500 |
| Upfront recruiting fee at GSD | $0 — you don't pay until your hire starts |
| Total annual savings (1 hire) | $41,500 |
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Estimates are based on GSD Staffing's published pricing ranges and a 30% US employer cost buffer for benefits, taxes, and overhead. Actual savings will vary by role, location, and specific compensation. This calculator is for illustrative purposes only.
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Nearshore vs. U.S. hiring cost by role
Here’s what each role costs through GSD Staffing compared with an equivalent U.S. hire, including a 30% employer cost buffer for benefits and taxes:
| Role | GSD monthly | U.S. equivalent monthly | Annual savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual Assistant | $2,500 | $5,417 | $35,000 |
| IT Help Desk | $2,500 | $5,200 | $32,400 |
| Sales Operations | $2,500 | $5,958 | $41,500 |
| Marketing Associate | $2,500 | $6,500 | $48,000 |
| Marketing Manager | $2,850 | $7,800 | $59,400 |
| IT Tier 2 Engineer | $3,000 | $8,125 | $61,500 |
| IT Tier 3 Engineer | $3,600 | $13,000 | $112,800 |
| VCIO | $4,200 | $15,167 | $131,600 |
Savings range from 52% for entry-level support roles to 72% for senior technical roles. The higher the salary of the U.S. equivalent, the larger the gap.
How this Nearshore Calculator works
The calculator compares two numbers: the all-inclusive monthly rate for the role at GSD Staffing, and what the same role costs in the U.S.
For the U.S. side, it takes the annual salary you enter and adds 30% for benefits, payroll taxes, and overhead, which is the standard employer burden used in workforce cost planning. It then divides by 12 for a monthly figure, subtracts the GSD monthly rate, and multiplies the difference by the number of hires.
Two things the calculator does not add, because GSD doesn’t charge them: recruiting fees and placement fees. That’s why the upfront cost line always shows $0.
These are estimates for planning purposes. Actual costs vary by role, location, and the specific compensation you offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The calculator is free and requires no signup. Enter the role and the U.S. salary you would pay, and you get your estimated monthly and annual savings instantly.
No. $2,500 a month is the starting rate, and it covers roles like virtual assistants, IT help desk, sales operations, and marketing associates. Senior technical roles cost more: an IT Tier 3 engineer is $3,600 a month and a VCIO is $4,200 a month. Every rate is all-inclusive.
The GSD monthly rates are our actual published pricing, so that side is exact. The U.S. side is an estimate based on the salary you enter plus a 30% employer cost buffer for benefits, payroll taxes, and overhead. Your real cost may differ depending on your state, your benefits package, and the specific role.
Latin American professionals work in your time zone, so your team collaborates in real time instead of waiting a full day for a reply. Many also share strong cultural familiarity with US and Canadian business practices, which makes onboarding and communication smoother.
If a placement isn’t the right fit, GSD Staffing replaces that person at no additional cost to you. Because GSD has dedicated recruiters on staff, a replacement can typically be sourced quickly with minimal disruption to your business.
GSD Staffing places Virtual Assistants, Marketing Associates, Sales Operations support, and IT and Technical Support professionals, from help desk roles up to senior engineers. Each role is matched to your business needs with skills specific to that position.
No. GSD Staffing recruits at no cost to you. Your invoice only begins on the calendar day your new hire actually starts working, so there is no upfront recruiting fee and no risk before you see results.