How Much Can Surrogates Make?

Surrogate pay can range from $50,000 to $110,000

American Surrogacy offers the highest possible surrogate compensation
 
 
 

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How Much Can I Make as a Surrogate?

Use our calculator below to learn more about what your surrogate pay rate could be.

Surrogate Compensation

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Surrogate
Compensation
Breakdown

Total Compensation:

$55,000 - $110,000+

What's Included:
Base Pay
Think of base pay like your surrogate salary. This payment is deposited monthly once a pregnancy is confirmed, and it is entirely yours to use however you choose!
Pre-Pregnancy Payments:
  • Monthly Allowance
  • Start of Medications Bonus
  • Mock Cycle Payment
  • Travel Expenses
  • Signing Bonus
  • Social Work Screening Bonus
  • Medical Screening Bonus
Pregnancy Payments:
  • Start of Base Pay
  • Transfer Payment
  • Maternity Clothes
  • 3rd Trimester Self Care
  • Medical Procedures Bonus
  • C-Section Payment (if required)
  • Multiples Bonus
  • Bed Rest Coverage
Post-Pregnancy Payments:
  • Post-Pregnancy Self Care
  • Pumping Breast Milk (if agreed upon)
  • Counseling Costs (if needed)
  • Lost Wages
  • Spouse Lost Wages
Additional Benefits:
  • Personal Gifts
  • Referral Bonus
  • Life Insurance & Complications Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Housekeeping Payments
  • Family Meal Payments
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See What Surrogate Pay Can Do

...not only was I able to do renovations in my home, but I was able to setup my son's college fund."

- Alissandra,

- Surrogate

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How Surrogate Pay Could Benefit You

  • Create a college fund
  • Take family trips
  • pay off debt
  • Spend more time with your family
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How to Get Paid to be a Surrogate

Step 1: Contact
American Surrogacy

Move forward at your own pace. When you are ready, we are here to help!

Step 2. Receive
Complete Support

Our team will help with things like:

  • Earning the highest possible surrogate pay
  • Finding the best intended parents
  • Getting helpful information, support, and guidance along the way

Step 3. Find a Perfect
Surrogacy Match

We provide the best intended parents - you choose who you work with.

Step 4: Bring New Life
into the World

Nothing matters more than family, and you can make that possible.

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FAQs About Surrogate
Compensation

Why do women get paid
to be a surrogate?

Surrogate pay acknowledges the commitment that surrogates make when they agree to carry a child for the intended parents. The goal of offering compensation is to:

  • Help surrogates cover their pregnancy-related expenses
  • Ensure surrogates are financially stable throughout the process
  • Attract qualified and dedicated surrogates
What does surrogate
pay cover?

Surrogate compensation increases your income and covers the following:

  • Legal expenses
  • Medical expenses
  • Travel expenses
  • Lost Wages
  • Counseling services
  • And more
Why do second-time
surrogates get paid more?

Second-time surrogate compensation is higher for women because of their:

  • Valuable surrogacy experience and proven track record
  • Reduced chances of complications and uncertainties
  • Familiarity with the emotional and physical demands
Where is Paid
Surrogacy Legal?

Currently, surrogate compensation is permitted in most states except for Louisiana, Michigan, and Nebraska.

In those states, compensated surrogacy contracts are illegal or subject to criminal penalties.

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