What Are Missed Calls Really Costing You?
Thinking about hiring a receptionist? Here’s what you need to know about the real costs — and how AI compares. Use the calculator below to estimate how much potential revenue you’re losing every month.
- Estimate how many calls you miss per week
- Enter the average revenue per customer
- Input your close rate (converted leads to customers)
- Click “Calculate” to see your potential monthly and annual revenue gains
Cost of Hiring a Receptionist
- Salary (National US Average): $33,000
- Monthly salary: $2,775 ($17.35/hour)
- Additional costs: Benefits, PTO, and overhead
- AI Receptionist: $397/month + one-time setup of $500
Your Business Data
Potential Returns
Monthly Missed Calls
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New Potential Clients / Month
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Monthly Revenue You're Missing
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Annual Revenue You're Missing
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Why Businesses Are Choosing AI Over Traditional Receptionists
Full-Time Receptionist
- Monthly Cost: $2,775 ($17.35/hr. national avg.)
- Availability: 40 hours/week
- Missed Call Coverage: ❌ Nights, weekends, PTO
- Training & Supervision: ❌ Required
- Scalability: ❌ Limited
- Vacation / Sick Days: ❌ Must manage
- Consistency: Varies by individual
AI Receptionist Service
- Monthly Cost: $397
- Availability: 24/7 coverage
- Missed Call Coverage: ✅ Always-on
- Training & Supervision: ✅ Minimal
- Scalability: ✅ Instantly scalable
- Vacation / Sick Days: ✅ Never offline
- Consistency: ✅ Consistent responses