Understanding Surrogate Pay and Compensation

You may know someone who is interested in surrogacy, or you yourself may be thinking about becoming a Surrogate. Either way, it is completely normal to feel curious about the payment involved with being a Surrogate. This blog will help give you an understanding of how we compensate our Surrogates here at Simple Surrogacy.

Before we break it down, it is important to highlight that there are a multitude of factors that affect the total compensation for surrogacy. For example, the state you live in, whether you have insurance or not, and your previous experience as a Surrogate will all impact the total amount you will be paid. To calculate your estimated compensation based on your own unique qualifications, check out our Surrogate Compensation Calculator.

Here is the breakdown of the different categories that make up Surrogate compensation to give you a better idea of what you can expect to be paid.

Base Compensation

The average base pay for surrogacy is $35,000 for first-time Surrogates in eligible states without insurance. Base pay is suggested at $40,000 for first-time Surrogates in high-demand states without insurance, as well as for Surrogates in eligible states with insurance. For first time Surrogates in high-demand states with insurance, or experienced Surrogates in high-demand states without insurance, base pay is suggested at $45,000. Finally, if you are an experienced Surrogate in an ultra high-demand state, your base suggestion is $55,000. The base is paid in monthly installments throughout the surrogacy process once a pregnancy is confirmed by a physician.

Expenses Paid in Addition to Base Compensation

In lieu of itemized reimbursements, there is a monthly allowance that covers expenses during pregnancy. This includes prenatal vitamins, phone calls, faxing, childcare or wages for local appointments, home pregnancy tests, notary expenses and other miscellaneous expenses. We also provide a maternity clothing allowance, an embryo transfer fee, an invasive procedure fee, an IUI fee, estate planning documents, and life insurance. Another benefit of joining Simple Surrogacy is that we take a paid retreat every year for Surrogates who have delivered in our program.

We also provide other reimbursements for lost wages, lost wages for a spouse, meal allowances, travel expenses, bed rest compensation, child care, and C-sections. For a detailed breakdown, scroll through our Surrogate Mother Compensation page.

Additional Benefits

At Simple Surrogacy, we are delighted to offer a wide range of additional benefits as needed. Typically, additional benefits total up to around $7,600 in additional compensation. On average, total compensation, benefits, and expenses for surrogacy starts at $42,600 and up. 

Closing Thoughts

For many of our surrogates, this level of compensation allows them to achieve their financial goals or enhance their own family’s everyday lives. Many women use surrogate pay to put a down payment on a house, pay off their student loans, continue their education, or even start saving for their children’s education. The possibilities are truly endless. 

In addition to the financial benefits, what you really gain with Simple Surrogacy is support and understanding from a female-owned agency, run by experienced Surrogates and Egg Donors. We have been in your position, and we know exactly how to support Surrogates throughout their journeys. Our 17 years of experience and intimate knowledge of what it takes to be a Surrogate, will make your journey the ideal, life-enhancing experience it should be! 

For additional information regarding surrogate pay and compensation, contact Simple Surrogacy today!