Cost data · updated Oct 27, 2026
ADP TotalSource cost per employee
~$70–$200/employee/mo, from third-party estimates. That's #3 lowest of the 11 PEOs with a public figure.
The numbers
Model: % of payroll or PEPM Estimate. Minimum: 5 employees. Contract: Multi-year terms reported.
| Employees | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | $350–$1,000 | $4,200–$12,000 |
| 10 | $700–$2,000 | $8,400–$24,000 |
| 25 | $1,750–$5,000 | $21,000–$60,000 |
| 50 | $3,500–$10,000 | $42,000–$120,000 |
Calculator
Monthly admin fee$1,050–$3,000$70–$200 × 15 employees
First-year admin fee$12,600–$36,000Flat per-employee pricing
If priced at 2–12% of payroll$16,500–$99,000On $825,000 annual payroll
Ranges: $40–$160 PEPM or 2–12% of payroll per Fit Small Business; PEO-specific figures are third-party estimates.
Cost question
What does ADP TotalSource cost per employee?
~$70–$200/employee/mo (third-party estimate). Benefits, workers' comp and state taxes are extra.