Cost Comparison
In-House IT vs Managed IT Services
Which Option Costs Less?
Many businesses assume hiring an in-house IT person is the most cost-effective option. But when you add up all the costs, managed IT services often deliver more value for less money.
In-House IT Employee
One person with limited availability
Annual Costs
- Base salary$65,000 - $85,000
- Benefits (health, 401k, PTO)$18,000 - $25,000
- Training & certifications$3,000 - $6,000
- Software & tools$3,000 - $6,000
- Payroll taxes$5,000 - $7,000
Limitations
- No coverage during vacation/sick days
- No after-hours support
- Limited expertise (one person)
- No 24/7 monitoring
- Turnover risk (takes knowledge with them)
NexgenTec Managed IT
$24,000 - $60,000/year
A full IT department for less than one salary
What's Included
- Team of certified IT professionals
- 24/7/365 system monitoring
- All tools & software included
- No vacation or sick day gaps
- Broad expertise (network, security, cloud)
- Predictable monthly cost
- Scales with your business
Annual Savings
- Save up to$35,000 - $70,000/yr
Compared to fully-loaded in-house IT costs, plus you get a whole team instead of one person.
The Hidden Costs of In-House IT
Salary is just the beginning. Here's what businesses often overlook.
Recruitment Costs
Job postings, recruiter fees, interview time, and onboarding. Finding qualified IT talent can cost $5,000-$15,000 before they even start.
Limited Expertise
One person can't master networking, security, cloud, compliance, and help desk. You'll still hire specialists for projects.
Coverage Gaps
Vacation, sick days, and after-hours emergencies. When your IT person is unavailable, who handles critical issues?
Turnover Risk
IT professionals change jobs every 2-3 years on average. When they leave, institutional knowledge and documentation often goes with them.
Scalability
As your business grows, one IT person becomes overwhelmed. Hiring additional staff means another $95,000+ per head.
Unpredictable Costs
Emergency repairs, surprise projects, and overtime add up. Managed IT gives you a fixed monthly cost you can budget for.
See Your Actual Savings
Get a custom quote based on your business size and needs. Most businesses save 30-50% compared to in-house IT.