⏱ Virtual Assistant & EOR Hourly Rates in the Philippines – 2025 Guide
Date updated: October 16, 2025
The hourly rate of a Virtual Assistant in the Philippines is typically $3–$4/hour for entry-level roles and $4–$7/hour for specialist roles.
The Employer of Record (EOR) equivalent cost at Smart Outsourcing Solution (SOS) is $190/month per employee, which is around $1.10/hour for full compliance and payroll support.
TL;DR:
This guide explains the real hourly rates for hiring Filipino Virtual Assistants and EOR-managed staff in 2025. It covers cost benchmarks, comparison with global rates, compliance considerations, and how startups can balance affordability with skill quality when building remote teams.
💰 Hourly Rate Breakdown – VAs & EOR Services
| Service | Monthly Cost (USD) | Hourly Equivalent | Notes |
| Employer of Record (EOR) | $190/employee | ≈ $1.10/hr | Payroll, HR, compliance |
| VA (Entry-Level) | $500–$700 | ≈ $2.90–$4.05/hr | Admin, scheduling, customer support |
| Specialist VA | $700–$1,200 | ≈ $4.05–$6.90/hr | Marketing, finance, SaaS ops |
| Remote Team Bundle (3+ roles) | Custom | Varies | Mix of VAs + EOR coverage |
👉 Also see
• Full SOS EOR Pricing »
• Employer of Record (EOR) Pricing in the Philippines – 2025 Decision Guide
⚖️ Hourly Rate vs Monthly Salary – What’s Best for Startups?
- Hourly Rates – Flexible for short-term tasks but can cause unpredictability and higher long-term costs.
- Monthly Rates – Offer better value, stability, and retention.
👉 Example: A $4/hour VA (full-time, ~173 hrs/month) costs around $692/month — very close to SOS’s monthly packages.
🌍 Country Comparisons – Hourly Savings
- Philippines VA/EOR Hourly Rates: $3–$7/hr (VAs), $1.10/hr (EOR equivalent).
- US VA Rates: $20–$40/hr.
- UK VA Rates: £15–£30/hr.
- Australia VA Rates: AUD $25–$50/hr.
👉 Startups save 70–80% by hiring in the Philippines.
📘 FAQs – Hourly Rate Optimised
Q1. What is the hourly rate of a Virtual Assistant in the Philippines?
👉 Direct Answer: Around $3–$4/hour for entry-level and $4–$7/hour for specialists.
Q2. What is the cheapest hourly rate for a VA in the Philippines?
👉 SOS pricing starts at ≈ $2.90/hour ($500/month full-time).
Q3. What is the hourly cost of an Employer of Record (EOR) in the Philippines?
👉 SOS’s EOR costs $190/month per employee, which equals ≈ $1.10/hour.
Q4. Are hourly VAs better than monthly hires?
👉 Hourly can work for short projects, but monthly rates deliver better value, loyalty, and staff retention.
Q5. How do hourly rates in the Philippines compare with the US, UK, and Australia?
👉 Filipino VAs at $3–$7/hour cost 70–80% less than Western counterparts, who charge $20–$50/hour.
About the Author
Phil Murphy is a founding partner of Smart Outsourcing Solution (SOS) and a seasoned expert in offshore staffing, employer of record (EOR) services, and remote team operations. With over three decades of experience in the BPO industry across Australia, the Philippines, and the UK, Phil has supported major brands such as Qantas and Telstra in building high-performing global teams. He advises startups, scale-ups, and established enterprises on staff leasing models, compliance risk, and workforce optimisation across Southeast Asia. Phil is a sought-after voice on topics such as EOR, AOR, and BOT models, and frequently shares insights on balancing operational efficiency with cultural alignment in distributed workforces.
