AI Automation vs. Hiring: Which Saves More Money?

The Real Cost Comparison

This isn't about replacing people. It's about being honest about what tasks actually require a human.

The Cost of a New Hire

Salary: $38,000–$55,000/year Benefits: $8,000–$15,000/year Training: 2-4 weeks before productivity Total annual cost: $46,000–$70,000

The Cost of Automation

Build cost: $3,000–$8,000 (one-time) Monthly maintenance: $200–$500 Annual cost year 1: $5,400–$14,000 Annual cost year 2+: $2,400–$6,000

The Best Strategy

Most businesses don't need to choose. The smartest move is to automate the repetitive work and free your existing team to focus on the high-value tasks that actually require human judgment.

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