How Much Should I Charge for Bookkeeping?
Setting the right price for your bookkeeping services is crucial for attracting quality clients while ensuring profitable growth. Proper pricing reflects your expertise, the complexity of financial management required, and positions you competitively in the market.
Last updated: January 5, 2026
Average Bookkeeping Pricing in 2026
Min
$25
Max
$150
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What Affects Bookkeeping Pricing?
- 1Experience level and professional certifications (QuickBooks ProAdvisor, CPA, etc.)
- 2Business size and transaction volume of the client
- 3Geographic location and local market rates
- 4Scope of services (basic data entry vs. full-service financial management)
- 5Software and tools provided (QuickBooks, Xero, receipt scanning apps)
What's Typically Included in a Bookkeeping Quote?
Example Bookkeeping Cost Breakdown
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Hourly vs Project-Based Bookkeeping Pricing
Should I charge hourly or monthly rates for bookkeeping?
Monthly retainer fees are preferred by most clients as they provide predictable costs. Hourly rates work better for one-time cleanup projects or businesses with highly variable transaction volumes.
How do I price bookkeeping for different business sizes?
Small businesses (under 50 transactions/month) typically pay $200-500 monthly, medium businesses (50-200 transactions) pay $500-1200, and larger businesses require custom pricing based on complexity and volume.
What additional services can I charge extra for?
Common add-ons include payroll processing ($50-150/month), tax preparation ($300-800 annually), financial analysis and reporting ($100-300/month), and accounts receivable management (2-5% of collections).
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