Gusto pricing history
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Last checked: 19 Aug 2026 · checked daily
What is Gusto?
Gusto is an HR and payroll platform that helps small and medium-sized businesses manage employee payments, benefits, and compliance. The service offers four pricing tiers: a free tier for contractors only, plus Simple, Plus, and Premium plans for employers. Pricing follows a base monthly fee plus a per-employee monthly add-on, with higher tiers unlocking additional HR and benefits administration features.
Current pricing — as of 19 Aug 2026
contractor only
$0.00
base/mo + $6/mo per person
simple
$49.00
base/mo + $6/mo per person
plus
$80.00
base/mo + $12/mo per person
premium
$180.00
base/mo + $22/mo per person
Price change history
Frequently asked questions about Gusto pricing
How much does Gusto cost?
Gusto lists 4 pricing tiers on its pricing page: contractor only, simple, plus, premium. Paid pricing starts at $49.00 (base/mo + $6/mo per person) on the simple plan, as of 19 Aug 2026.
Does Gusto have a free plan?
Yes — Gusto currently lists a free tier on its pricing page, alongside its paid plans.
When did Gusto last change its pricing?
We haven't recorded a Gusto price change since we began tracking. We check the pricing page daily, so any future change will appear in the history on this page.
How can I get notified when Gusto changes its pricing?
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