Quick answer
A full-time Filipino appointment setter costs about $1,800 to $3,000 per month through an outsourcing company in 2026, depending on experience and whether they work US hours. A US appointment setter usually costs $4,500 to $7,500 per month once salary, taxes and benefits are included, so most businesses save 50 to 65 percent.
Key takeaways
- Filipino appointment setter: about $1,800 to $3,000 per month, full time.
- US equivalent: roughly $4,500 to $7,500 per month fully loaded.
- A small bonus per booked or held meeting keeps setters focused on quality.
- Judge cost per held meeting, not the monthly rate alone.
Cost by experience level
| Level | Philippines, monthly | US, monthly fully loaded |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (under 1 year) | $1,800 - $2,200 | $4,500 - $5,500 |
| Experienced (1-3 years) | $2,200 - $2,600 | $5,500 - $6,500 |
| Senior / team lead | $2,600 - $3,000 | $6,500 - $7,500 |
What changes the price
- Working your time zone: US daytime is night shift in Manila and costs a little more.
- Channel mix: phone-heavy roles need stronger spoken English than email or LinkedIn outreach.
- Industry: real estate, insurance and B2B software setters with prior experience cost more but ramp faster.
- Tools: dialers, data and CRM seats are usually paid by the client on top of the monthly rate.
Base pay plus bonus
Most clients pay a fixed monthly rate and add a small bonus for each meeting that actually happens. Paying on held meetings rather than booked meetings stops setters from filling your calendar with poor fits.
Frequently asked questions
It depends on your market, list quality and offer. Agree on a realistic target after the first four to six weeks of real data rather than guessing upfront.
Yes. Many have worked US campaigns before and work your business hours.
Usually the client, so the data and call recordings stay with your business. We can recommend tools if you don't have them yet.
Shortlists usually arrive in one to two weeks, and most setters are making calls within three to four weeks.
Talk to a Philippines outsourcing specialist
Tell us the role you need and we will send a shortlist of pre-vetted Filipino talent, a cost comparison against local hiring, and a 30-day onboarding plan.