For many US businesses, in-house IT teams represent one of the largest and most unpredictable operational expenses. Between salaries, benefits, training, hardware and coverage gaps, the true cost of internal IT is often 3-4x what business owners expect.
The Real Cost of In-House IT
The average US IT support specialist earns $65,000-$95,000 per year in salary alone. Add benefits at 30-40%, recruitment, training, tools and software licences, and you are looking at $100,000-$140,000 per IT person annually. For a team of three — the minimum for reasonable coverage — that is $300,000-$420,000 per year.
What Managed IT Outsourcing Costs
A comparable managed IT services package from NUSAS Enterprises starts at $999/month for small businesses — a fraction of the in-house equivalent with better coverage, faster response and greater expertise.
5 Key Benefits
- Immediate access to a full team — not just one generalist
- 24/7 coverage without overtime pay
- Predictable monthly costs with no surprises
- Enterprise tools at SME prices
- Instant scalability as your business changes
