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Virtual Assistant vs Full-Time Employee: The Real Cost for Ecommerce Businesses

The headline numbers — $5–$20/hour for a VA versus $25–$45/hour fully-loaded for an in-house hire — significantly understate the real difference. When you factor in recruitment, benefits, training, and turnover, an ecommerce VA typically costs 60–70% less than an equivalent in-house hire for the same output.