Virtual Assistant Hourly Rate Calculator
VA rates swing wildly by country and specialization. Use this calculator to price your work accurately and avoid the race to the bottom.
Calculate my rate →Entry-level
$8–$25
Typical 2026 range
Experienced
$25–$50
Typical 2026 range
Expert
$50–$90
Typical 2026 range
What this calculator does
Built specifically for virtual assistant hourly rates. Every multiplier is tuned to real 2026 benchmarks.
- ✓Global rates: US, UK, EU, PH, LATAM
- ✓Specialization multipliers (executive, tech, exec)
- ✓Package builder for retainer clients
- ✓Take-home calculator for platforms
Frequently asked questions
How much do virtual assistants make per hour?+
General VAs charge $8–$25/hr globally. Executive VAs in the US/UK earn $25–$50/hr. Specialized VAs (tech, marketing, real estate) charge $40–$90/hr.
Should VAs charge hourly or on retainer?+
Retainers stabilize income and let you raise rates 20–40% because clients value guaranteed availability. Reserve hourly for one-off projects.
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