How Much Do Surrogates Get Paid in the U.S.? 💰✨
When considering surrogacy, one of the biggest questions future gestational carriers ask is:
“How much do surrogates make?”
And while compensation matters especially for the time, energy, and love you’re pouring into this journey it’s important to understand how it works, what’s standard, and what it truly means to be part of someone’s miracle.
At Road to Baby, we believe every surrogate deserves to feel valued, supported, and fairly compensated. We also believe in transparency, because this is a deeply personal decision and money is only one part of the picture.
💸 What’s the Average Surrogate Compensation in the U.S.?
Surrogate compensation varies widely depending on location, experience, and the agency, that’s right! Here's a general breakdown:
• First-time surrogates: Typically $45,000–$60,000
• Second-time surrogates: Usually receive $5,000–$10,000 more
• Third-time (and beyond): Often compensated $75,000–$100,000+
💸 Additional benefits commonly include:
💳 Monthly allowance
💉 Medication start fee
🧬 Embryo transfer bonus
👗 Maternity clothing allowance
✈️ Paid travel expenses
💸 Lost wages
👶👶 Multiples or C-section allowance
🏥 Life insurance & medical coverage
🌟 At Road to Baby, we believe your benefits are designed to support you every step of the way so you not only feel cared for, but truly valued for the time, effort, and commitment you bring to this journey.
💖 For repeat surrogates, our matches often reflect a $10,000–$20,000 increase over their last journey. We have succesfully matched first time surrogates at a base compensation of $60,000 + and repeat surrogates at over $100,000.
We also offer additional bonuses & perks you won’t always find elsewhere, including:
✨ Medical clearance bonus
✨ Legal clearance bonus
✨ IVF graduation bonus
✨ Third trimester housekeeping allowance
✨ Surrogate support & wellness allowance
✨ Delivery bonus
✨ Postpartum meal allowance
✨ $750,000 life insurance policy
And here's a unique twist:
💵 We divide your compensation into 9 total payments instead of the industry standard of 10!
That means larger monthly payments, giving you more flexibility and support throughout your pregnancy.
💡 A Real Perspective: Who Do You Want to Help?
One thing we want all our surrogates to know:
We work with intended parents from all walks of life. Some are using their life savings to build their families, while others have more financial flexibility.
Your compensation expectations can open or close certain doors in the matching process.
We understand that compensation is personal. It might help you:
• Pay off debt
• Save for your kids’ future
• Buy your first home
• Or create breathing room for your family
We can absolutely match you with intended parents at higher compensation levels if that’s your goal. But let’s take a moment to reflect...
When you ask for a higher compensation, you’re also narrowing the type of IPs (intended parents) you might be matched with. Some surrogates feel called to help any family regardless of what they are making because their motivation is deeper than financial. It’s emotional, spiritual, and rooted in heart. ❤️
We call them our unicorns 🦄 surrogates who just know they were meant to help a family who’s been through heartbreak, IVF failures, and loss. A family who may not have thousands in the bank, but who has endless love, gratitude, and hope.
So ask yourself this:
“What do I want to gain from this experience?”
Because while the money is real—
👶 The moment someone holds their baby for the first time because of you? That’s forever.
🫶 Let’s Talk About It
Whether you’re just curious or fully ready to begin, our team is here for you. We’ll help you create a custom benefits package that fits you, honors your value, and supports your journey from start to finish.
We match with intention, care, and heart because every story is different, and every family deserves a chance. 💕
Let’s make magic happen, together. ✨
Apply Here or email us at info@roadtobaby.com