The financial difference is stark. A full-time receptionist in El Paso typically costs between $50,000-$65,000 annually in salary alone. But that's just the beginning.
Beyond salary, you'll pay for:
- Health insurance (approximately $8,000-$12,000 per year)
- Payroll taxes (approximately 15% of salary)
- Workers' compensation insurance
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Training and onboarding costs
The actual total cost of one employee reaches approximately $65,000-$80,000 annually.
OAK AI operates at a fraction of this cost—typically $300-$500 per month depending on your usage tier. That's roughly $3,600-$6,000 per year, saving your barbershop $59,000-$76,000 annually.
Cost Savings Example: Switching from a full-time employee to AI could free up enough budget to give all your barbers a raise, invest in new equipment, or increase your marketing spend.