Thinking about an AI receptionist for your business? Here's the real breakdown of what you'll pay—and what you'll save—with AI phone answering in 2025.
AI Receptionist Pricing Tiers
AI receptionist services typically fall into three pricing categories:
Entry Level: $29-$99/month
- Basic call answering and message taking
- Limited customization
- 50-200 minutes included
- Best for: Very low call volume businesses
Professional: $99-$299/month
- Full conversational AI
- Appointment scheduling integration
- CRM integration
- 200-500+ minutes included
- Best for: Most small businesses
Enterprise: $299-$999+/month
- Unlimited minutes
- Custom integrations
- Multi-location support
- Advanced analytics
- Best for: High-volume or complex needs
Hidden Costs to Watch For
When comparing AI receptionist services, watch for:
- Setup fees: Some charge $200-$1,000+ for initial configuration
- Overage charges: $0.50-$2.00 per minute above plan limits
- Integration fees: Additional charges for connecting to your software
- Contract length: Annual commitments vs. month-to-month
Comparison: AI vs. Human Receptionist
| Cost Factor | Human Receptionist | AI Receptionist |
|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $35,000-$45,000/year | $1,200-$6,000/year |
| Benefits | $8,000-$12,000/year | $0 |
| Training | $2,000-$5,000/year | Included |
| Sick Days/PTO | 15-25 days/year | None |
| After Hours | Extra staff needed | Included |
| Total Annual | $45,000-$62,000 | $1,200-$6,000 |
ROI Calculation
Beyond cost savings, consider revenue impact:
- Calculate missed calls: How many calls go unanswered?
- Estimate conversion: What % of calls become customers?
- Determine value: What's your average customer worth?
Example: Miss 5 calls/day × 20% conversion × $500 value = $500/day in lost revenue. That's $10,000/month—far more than any AI receptionist costs.
What Las Vegas Businesses Pay
Based on our Las Vegas clients:
- Restaurants: $149-$299/month (high volume, reservation focus)
- Medical/Dental: $199-$399/month (HIPAA compliance, scheduling)
- Home Services: $149-$299/month (emergency routing, dispatch)
- Professional Services: $99-$249/month (intake, qualification)
Is It Worth It?
For most businesses with 10+ daily calls, yes. The math is simple:
- If you're missing calls → losing revenue
- If you're paying receptionist salary → AI costs 90% less
- If you need after-hours coverage → AI is the affordable option
The question isn't whether you can afford an AI receptionist—it's whether you can afford not to have one.
Related: AI Receptionist Solutions | Complete AI Guide
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