Affordable alternative to full time receptionist: Monthly Packages and Hourly Rates

Customer Service Assistant: what they do, how hiring works and prices from $240 a month.

If you searched for affordable alternative to full time receptionist, you want reliable help without a long hiring process. This page explains what our Customer Service Assistant does, how hiring works and exactly what it costs. They work your US business hours in your time zone, on a month-to-month package.

What Your Customer Service Assistant Handles

Best for e-commerce stores, SaaS companies and service businesses. Typical work includes:

  • Order status, returns, refunds and exchanges
  • FAQ and help center articles
  • Customer feedback tagging and weekly reports
  • Appointment confirmations and reminders
  • Review responses on Google and Yelp

They already work in tools like Help Scout, Aircall, Gorgias and Intercom. See the full Customer Service Assistant page for every task.

What Changes the Price

  • Hours: bigger packages lower the hourly rate by up to 15%
  • Experience level: Senior Specialists cost 35% more and US-Based Specialists 90% more than a Skilled VA
  • Prepaying: 3, 6 or 12 months prepaid saves 5% to 12%
  • Add-ons: evening and weekend coverage +15%, a bilingual English and Spanish assistant +10%, a dedicated US business number $25 a month
  • One-time extras: rush onboarding $49, process documentation $99

There is no setup fee and no long-term contract. Packages renew month to month.

Customer Service Assistant Prices

Our current monthly prices for a Customer Service Assistant at the Skilled VA level. They are the same in every state.

  • Starter, 20 hours a month: $240 ($12.00 an hour)
  • Growth, 40 hours a month: $456 ($11.40 an hour)
  • Professional, 80 hours a month: $864 ($10.80 an hour)
  • Full-Time Dedicated, 160 hours a month: $1,632 ($10.20 an hour)

A Senior Specialist starts at $324 a month and a US-Based Specialist at $456. Prepay 3, 6 or 12 months to save up to 12%. Build your package to see your exact price.

For the bigger picture, read our full guide: Virtual Receptionist Services: Answer Every Client Call Without Hiring In-House.

Frequently asked questions

Still unsure? Open the chat and ask an account manager directly.

How much does a Customer Service Assistant cost?

Customer Service Assistant packages start at $240 a month for 20 hours at the Skilled VA level ($12.00 an hour). The price is the same in every state, and bigger packages lower the hourly rate.

How quickly can my assistant start?

Most clients are matched within 1 to 3 business days of payment. Add rush onboarding and we start within 24 hours.

Can I change or cancel my package?

Yes. Monthly packages renew month to month. Upgrade, downgrade or cancel any time before your next invoice. Prepaid terms are cheaper and can be upgraded at any time.

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