Gusto runs payroll, tax filings, and basic HR for small teams, but it is built around US tax compliance. It only fits an organization with a US entity, employees, or contractors, such as a fundraising office there.
Key features
- Unlimited payroll runs: every plan.
- Automated tax filings.
- Contractor-only plan.
- Multi-state payroll and HR support: higher tiers.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | What’s included |
|---|---|---|
| Contractor Only | about $35/month + $6 per contractor | Contractors |
| Simple | about $49/month + $6 per employee | Single state |
| Plus | about $80/month + $12 per employee | Multi-state |
| Premium | about $180/month + $22 per employee | Dedicated support |
You pay only for active people.
Prices change over time. Figures above are based on Gusto’s own pricing page.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Unlimited payroll runs | Per-person fees add up |
| Low-cost contractor plan | Not suited to teams outside the US |
Who Gusto is for
Organizations with a US entity or team that want automated payroll and filings there.
Who should skip it
Skip it if your whole team is outside the US. You need a local solution built for your country’s rules.
How to get started
Pick the plan matching your US team and run a first payroll cycle.
FAQ
Does it work outside the US?
It is built for US tax compliance. Check international contractor support before relying on it.
Do we pay for people who leave mid-month?
Billing follows active people.
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